Pump Fitter

2 weeks ago


Nowra, Australia Shoalhaven City Council Full time

Salary: $71,574 - $80,451 p.a. plus 11% Super
- Permanent, Full Time
- Adverse Working Conditions Allowance

**About the role**
This is a
**permanent**,
**full-time**, Monday to Friday 7.00 am to 4.00 pm position working
**38 hours** per week. Located at either
**Shoalhaven Water Depot - South Nowra or Ulladulla**.

**Duties**
Reporting directly to the Coordinator - Pump Fitters, the focus of this position is to:

- Diagnose, maintain, and repair pumps including submersible and dry well, of waste, water and sewerage treatment plants and swimming pools.
- Perform general jobbing work including operating lathes, mills, and presses.
- Undertake the welding of all ferrous and non-ferrous metals using specialised welding equipment such as Mig, Electric Arc, Oxy Acetylene.
- Carry out the lifting of pumps and other heavy equipment using a truck mounted crane in accordance with C2 licence.

**Skills & Experience**
In order to be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

- Trade certificate plus post trade qualifications in a related field or demonstrated equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4.5 years’ experience, inclusive of apprenticeship experience.
- MR licence or willing to obtain.
- WorkCover Construction Induction card.
- Hold or could obtain the following,
- C2 licence to operate a truck mounted crane.
- Confined spaces certificate and ability to work in confined spaces.
- Work at heights
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship.

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

**About Shoalhaven City Council**
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

**Benefits**
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs

**How to Apply**

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?
- In your previous positions have you actively participated in WHS practices?
- Why do you want to work at Shoalhaven City Council?

**Contact**: Pete Clark - Coordinator - Pump Fitters - 02 4429 3768

**Applications Close**: Thursday, 24 August 2023 (at Midnight)