Description Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s significant to us that you have a sustainable work-life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

DIRECTORATE Infrastructure, Planning & Environment

CLASSIFICATION Grade D

SALARY $71,787 to $83,273 pa + 12% employer contribution to superannuation

REPORTING TO Leading Hand Networks

EMPLOYMENT TYPE Permanent Full Time

THE POSITION This position will be accountable for the construction of watermains and wastewater mains and their associated infrastructure. Additional accountabilities will include maintenance, (preventative and corrective) on both our water and wastewater networks, along with general plumbing as required.

Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Construct and repair watermains, sewer mains, new water services, and house drains

Water meter maintenance and replacement

Manhole, pump station maintenance & construction

To work in confined spaces as directed





Complete relevant paperwork required for the Networks section

General Plumbing installation and maintenance

Sewer & house drainage fittings

All associated reinstatement works

Traffic control and signing as necessary

Operation of plant as required

Carry out plant/vehicle maintenance and complete weekly service reports

Use relevant skills to assist other areas within the Network Team

Provide mentoring and support to apprentices

Provide indirect supervision and support to network operators

Plan and design basic plumbing installations

Supervise and oversee works undertaken by contractors.

Undertake site specific inductions for contractors and staff members

Undertake site specific risk assessments for each task undertaken

Liaise with residents regarding works being undertaken and residential impacts of works

Purchase and source required fittings and equipment

Undertake works in reference to WSAA codes and AS3500 alongside councils engineering guidelines.

Provide guidance to residents regarding council infrastructure and their responsibilities

Identify and resolve on-site plumbing issues efficiently and safely

Undertake on call duties and responsibilities and act as the primary contact for all maintenance requirements after hours during this period.





Implement innovative work practices and changes

Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.

Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.

Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day-to-day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal

Our People

External

Our Community

Utility Services

Suppliers & Contractors

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Based on a 38 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor.

This position will be required to be on call outside normal working hours on a roster basis, to attend emergency and/or breakdowns. Payment for this will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and the AlburyCity Essential Services Agreement.

In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive either the Level 1 or 2 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance, depending on the nature of the work undertaken.

This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s

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