Wastewater Treatment Operator
Water & Waste Services
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay
Competency based Operations Level 5 $74,161 – Level 8 $81,020 plus superannuation
Annualised allowances totalling $13,899
9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of
Building Better Communities Together
.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a capable and motivated Wastewater Treatment Operator to assist with the operation, monitoring and maintenance of Council's wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. This role plays a key part in protecting public health, supporting environmental outcomes and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering reliable services to the community.
What your day will look like:
Operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations
Monitor and control treatment processes and plant performance
Respond to alarms and operational issues via SCADA and telemetry systems
Collect samples, undertake testing and maintain accurate operational records
Assist with chemical handling, dosing and storage in line with WHS requirements
Participate in on‐call and weekend rosters if required
Please
click here
to view a full position description.
What you'll need for success:
Certificate III in Water Operations (Wastewater Treatment) or ability to obtain within 24 months
Current Class C or CA driver licence (QLD)
General Construction Induction (White Card)
Experience assisting with wastewater treatment or pumping station operations
Ability to follow procedures, monitor plant performance and identify issues
Strong commitment to WHS and safe operational practices
Accurate record‐keeping and use of workplace systems
Effective communication and teamwork skills
What's nice to have:
Experience using SCADA and telemetry systems
Apply First Aid certification
High Risk Work Licence (e.g. forklift)
Confined Spaces or Chemical Users certification
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program,
Boss to Coach.
We also
create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in ****, as well as winning the
LGMA **** Excellence in Innovation
award. Click
here
to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
Values based culture
Employee discount shopping program
Professional development
Flexible working arrangements including work from home
Study assistance program
Novated leasing
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid emergency services leave
Uniform subsidy
Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close
11pm
on
Monday 31 August ****
–
subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Phillip King (Wastewater Treatment Coordinator) on email
******
or phone
04•• ••• 740
during business hours only.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Chance employer.