Team Leader Water Treatment (2x Positions Available)

Cairns Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WIOA in Cairns Regional, Australia, is seeking a Team Leader Water Treatment to oversee the region’s water treatment plants, intakes, dam, and bulk water supply reservoirs. The role focuses on delivering continuous, safe, and efficient water treatment and supply services.

You will lead a skilled team, coordinate maintenance to maximise asset reliability, and ensure compliance with NHMRC guidelines and the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan for the region.

Responsibilities

• Operational oversight of the region’s water treatment plants, intakes, dam, and bulk water supply reservoirs.
• Lead a skilled team to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient water treatment and supply services.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to maximise asset reliability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with NHMRC Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and Council’s Drinking Water Quality Management Plan.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader Water Treatment to join our team!

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a skilled team while playing a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality drinking water to our region.

What You Will Do:

As the Team Leader Water Treatment, you will be responsible for the operational oversight of the region’s water treatment plants, intakes, dam, and bulk water supply reservoirs.

Your primary focus will be to ensure our water treatment facilities are:

• Operational – delivering continuous, safe, and efficient water treatment and supply services.
• Well Maintained – coordinating maintenance activities to maximise asset reliability and performance.
• Fit for Purpose – ensuring sufficient water supply is available across the region while maintaining compliance with the NHMRC Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and Council’s Drinking Water Quality Management Plan.