Job Description
Taronga Zoo Sydney is looking for an experienced and motivated Water Systems Operator to join our Asset Management team!
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Located at Sydney's Iconic - Taronga Zoo – Cammeraigal Country
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Full-time, ongoing position
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TCSA Wages Award, Water Systems Operator, Base salary $ 75,914 + 12% superannuation + allowances where applicable
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The role of Full Time Water Systems Technician/ Operator at Taronga Zoo is a truly unique working environment, where your day to day is different every day! You'll be working across the zoo + on exhibits with tigers, seals, pygmy hippos, lions, and so much more!
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About the Role...
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The Water Systems Operator will provide a broad range of skills across the water systems for cyclic maintenance, restoration, repairs and ensure water quality is maintained at the acceptable standards.
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Perform all types of duties associated with all water systems maintenance, including but not limited to; Water quality testing and recording, commissioning restoration repairs, general housekeeping and construction work as directed on the zoo site.
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To develop skills in the operation of the water and/or sewerage treatment and reticulation systems in a protected manner.
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Monitor the operation of all water systems to ensure appropriate levels of disinfection and water quality is provided consistent with relevant standards and requirements.
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Adhere to works requisition system and follow through with projects in an efficient and effective manner.
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Ensure work is performed in a timely, cost effective manner to prescribed quality standards to meet stakeholder and Taronga's needs.
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Perform all trade and non-trade related work activities as scheduled / allocated and instructed by the Supervisor, Water Systems.
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Maintain Taronga tools, vehicles and machinery in a sound and safe working condition.
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Comply and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga's sustainability targets and reduce the environmental impact.
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About You...
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We are looking for candidates that have:
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Relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience in the operation of Water Systems related to Water Treatment Plants, Reticulation Systems and Water Treatment Plant processes
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Completed or willingness to complete Certificate III in Water Operations
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Hold a current NSW Drivers License or ability to have existing license formally recognised, including manual.
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Current vaccinations records for Q Fever, Hepatitis A maintained at your own expense.
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Willingness to undergo pre-placement medical examination:
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Pre employment Musculoskeletal and Fitness Assessment *Taronga will pay for this
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Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:
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Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga's Sydney & Dubbo Zoo's
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Free onsite car parking, outside of peak periods
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A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites
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Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
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Fitness Passport
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We're a social team - there's always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with!
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+ more!
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Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.
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Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.
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About Applying...
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Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
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List a brief summary of your experiences in roles closely related to a Water Systems Technician/ Operator.
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Outline the importance of working as a Water Systems Technician/ Operator, and the risks of 'not getting it right'.
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Applications Close: 11:59pm 22 September ****

📌 Water Systems Operator - Tz (New South Wales)
🏢 Taronga.org.au
📍 New South Wales