- + annualised allowance of $18,774
- + 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most key asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Pump Station Assistant to support the operation and maintenance of Council's sewerage pump stations. Working as part of our Wastewater Treatment team, you will help ensure the reliable transfer of wastewater across the Fraser Coast by undertaking inspections, monitoring system performance, routine maintenance and cleaning activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical outdoor work, learning new skills and contributing to essential community infrastructure.
What your day will look like:
- Assist with the operation, inspection and routine maintenance of sewerage pump stations
- Monitor pump station performance using SCADA and telemetry systems and report faults or issues
- Undertake routine cleaning of pump station wet wells and dry wells
- Follow safe work practices, including chemical handling and hazard management
- Record work activities, service requests and timesheets using Council systems
- Work collaboratively with team members to support service delivery and continuous improvement
What you’ll need for success:
- Current Queensland Class C or CA Driver Licence
- General Construction Induction (White Card)
- Experience in water and wastewater maintenance or similar operational environments
- Experience using monitoring,
telemetry or operational control systems
- Ability to perform physical labouring tasks, including lifting, digging and confined space entry activities
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and hazard identification
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to use mobile devices and work management systems to record activities and complete documentation
What’s nice to have:
- Chemical User Certification
- Confined Space Certification
- Traffic Management (MUTCD Level 2)
- Experience working with SCADA systems
- Experience working within local government or utility operations
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
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 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- 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
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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