Treatment Operations Officer - Eastern

Wannon Water; Camperdown; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility options

Career development opportunities

Certificate III training support

On-site role in Camperdown

Job summary

Wannon Water in Camperdown is seeking a Treatment Operations Officer to learn and maintain processes that enable the continual delivery of high-quality water and sewerage services to our communities. This hands-on role involves field work, solving problems and working outdoors as part of a dedicated team.

This full-time position offers a salary of $74,335 to $78,300 per annum plus superannuation and supports you to complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, with attractive

Qualifications

• Interest in the operation of water and sewage treatment facilities.
• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
• Ability to apply your skills and previous experience to the role.
• Energy, enthusiasm and a genuine curiosity to learn and develop.
• Ability to operate and monitor a process or plant and equipment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and interpret malfunctions in facilities, systems and processes or plant.
• Proficiency in applying relevant standard procedures and practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the operation and maintenance of water supply and sewagetreatment facilities and other assets across a large service area.
• Operating and maintaining chemical dosing systems.
• Trouble-shooting and problem-solving plant operations using remote SCADA and onsite systems.
• Completing and maintaining operational record-keeping systems.
• Completing work orders within our computerised work management systems.
• Conducting field-based work, and some indoor work at various locations.
• Ensuring our customers receive reliable and dependable services.
• Working in a team to maintain a 24/7 service that includes a rostered on call rotation.

Skills

Water operations

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Record keeping

Operational monitoring

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Job description

Join us as a Treatment Operations Officer where you will learn and maintain a range of processes and systems that enable the continual delivery of high-quality water and sewerage services to the communities in our region. This role includes a significant hands-on maintenance component, making it ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and working outdoors as part of a dedicated team.

We have a full-time ongoing position available based in Camperdown, with a salary of $74,335 to $78,300 p.a. plus superannuation.

You'll be supported by a great team, complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and have access to attractive flexibility options.

What you'll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you'll:

• Monitoring the operation and maintenance of water supply and sewagetreatment facilities and other assets across a large service area.
• Operating and maintaining chemical dosing systems.
• Trouble-shooting and problem-solving plant operations using remote SCADA and onsite systems.
• Completing and maintaining operational record-keeping systems.
• Completing work orders within our computerised work management systems.
• Conducting field-based work, and some indoor work at various locations.
• Ensuring our customers receive reliable and dependable services.
• Working in a team to maintain a 24/7 service thatincludes a rostered on call rotation.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with

• An interest in the operation of water and sewage treatment facilities.
• A strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
• The ability to apply your skills and previous experience to the role.
• Energy, enthusiasm and a genuine curiosity to learn and develop.
• The ability to operate and monitor a process or plant and equipment.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and interpret malfunctions in facilities, systems and processes or plant.
• Proficiency in applying relevant standard procedures and practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

You may have a trade, tertiary qualification or prior experience in the water or sewage treatment field, or relevant practical experience in another industry.

Position Description

For further details, see the position description available here.

Thinking about applying?

We know that talented people don't always apply for roles unless they feel they meet every requirement. At Wannon Water, we value potential as well as experience. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. We welcome transferable skills, diverse experiences and different perspectives, so if you think you could be a great fit, please apply or get in touch for a chat.

We're here to help

We look forward to hearing from you. if you have any questions, feel free to call Matt Sinnott (Coordinator - Eastern Treatment Operations) on 0438 040 ***.

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You’ll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You’ll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility and family-friendly support, withaccess to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• Access to the Network of Wannon Water (NOW), providing opportunities to connect, learn, share experiences and support the advancement of women.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

Ready to find out about our employee benefits? Visit Our Careers page and discover more about us.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, carers, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds.

Reasonable Adjustments

We're here to support you through life's ups and downs. Whether you need adjustments during the recruitment process or at work, like flexible hours or accommodation for disabilities, we're here to help. We understand it can be daunting to share your needs, so feel free to reach out with any questions at ***************@wannonwater.com.au. Your information will be kept completely confidential.