Water Quality Specialist

1 month ago

Mount Crosby, Australia Seqwater Full time
About Seqwater

We're a leading water business in South East Queensland, driving innovation and transformation to secure the future of water.

Our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.

We're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region.

Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve.

We're committed to delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Your Opportunity

As a Water Quality Scientist, you'll collect and report on observational data pertinent to the management of water quality, environment and process improvement for assets owned or operated by Seqwater.

This is a field-based role where you'll drive around to our stunning locations, work outdoors and make a great contribution to the SEQ community.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Undertaking scientific sampling in accordance with procedures, standardised instructions and task specific guidelines as directed.
  • Undertaking scientific field and laboratory analysis with a high level of accuracy and repeatability in accordance with procedures, standardised instructions and task specific guidelines as directed.
  • Applying scientific knowledge gained through tertiary studies and/or previous work experience to the recording of observations pertinent to the management of environmental and water quality values at Seqwater.
  • Assisting in the continuous improvement of the Scientific Services team through development and application of advanced scientific techniques learnt in tertiary studies, professional development activities and/or work experience.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements.

Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible.

Each application will be considered on its merits.

We're looking for someone with:

  • Tertiary Qualification in a relevant science discipline; or equivalent specialised qualifications suited to the role.
  • Unrestricted C class driver's license; Recreation marine driver's license (or the ability to obtain one).
  • The ability to meet the physical requirements, such as lifting up-to 15kgs, kneeling and walking through different terrain.
  • Knowledge of the ability to easily acquire knowledge of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) and Australian and New Zealand Guidelines Fresh and Marine Water Quality, the DES Monitoring and Sampling Manual 2018 and the Water Quality and Environmental regulatory environment (desirable).
  • Coxswains accreditation – Grade 3 or above (desirable).

This position has a salary starting at $87,431 p.a. plus 12.75% superannuation and is a permanent position.

For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page.

We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen.

If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.

Applications close: 11:55PM AEST, Tuesday 5th November 2024.

Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.

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