Water & Sewer Network Operator (Wodonga)

Recruitment information for a Water and Sewer Network Operator position at North East Water.

Position Information

- $59,237 to $63,192 (no qualification) plus 12% superannuation (with the opportunity to gain a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and progress to the below).

- $65,028 to $75,160 (qualified plumber or certificate in Water Industry Operations or similar) plus 12% superannuation.

- Plus, additional remuneration through overtime, allowances and on-call

- Full-time, ongoing including a monthly RDO and flexible work options (such as a 9-day fortnight).

- General hours of work are between 7am and 4:30pm (Monday to Friday).

Location

- Based out of our Wodonga Depot.

- This is an Operator role requiring regular field based.

Aaron Sewell, Manager Reticulation East on 0419 747 019 or our People & Culture team via email hr@newater.com.au

Mandatory Requirements

- Candidates must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or a foreign national with authorisation to work in Australia.

- Current Australian Driver's Licence.

- Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a police check and/or pre-employment medical and functional testing where applicable.

The Water & Sewer Network Operator plays a pivotal role in consistently executing water and wastewater reticulation tasks and ensuring smooth and efficient operations to deliver safe drinking water and compliant wastewater services.

This role is a full-time, ongoing opportunity including a monthly RDO and flexible work options. You will be part of our ‘Wodonga’ reticulation team that services from Chiltern to Barnawartha across to Wodonga and Bellbridge down to Tangambalanga and Kiewa.

In this role you will have access to a diverse range of learning opportunities, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of reticulation.

The general hours of work are between 7am and 4:30pm and once deemed competent, you will be required to participate in a seven-day on call roster every 4-6 weeks which operates from a Tuesday until the following Tuesday.

- Emergency repairs on water and wastewater pipes and assets.

- Scheduled maintenance on water and wastewater pipes and assets.

- Monitoring and maintenance of sewer pump stations.

- Water meter inspections, readings, and repairs.

- Inspection of assets.

- Completion of electronic work orders and data entry.

- Ordering and collecting parts and materials.

- Basic site and ground maintenance.

For further detail on the role, please refer to the position description below.

Key Selection Criteria

To be in consideration for this position please address in your application how you meet the following key selection criteria:

- Understanding of and/or experience in asset (such as pipes and pumps) and equipment monitoring and maintenance.

- Basic computer skills with the ability to conduct system checks, complete electronic work orders and input information.

- Understanding of and/or experience in the maintenance of water and sewer networks, is desirable but not required.

- Licence or competency in the use of excavation equipment, is not required but a willingness to obtain is essential.

- Current Medium Rigid Drivers licence is desirable but not required (willingness to obtain is essential)

We’re committed to creating a comfortable and inclusive environment for all candidates. If you require specific supports or modifications during the recruitment process, please contact hr@newater.com.au in advance so we can make any necessary adjustments.

Applications, including statements against the key selection criteria, must be submitted via the above online application form before the closing date/time. Applications via email will not be accepted.

Recruitment Privacy Statement

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North East Water respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we operate and pay our respect to their Elders past and present.

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