Surveillance Officer

Play a critical role in securing our region's water future
- Join a purpose-driven organisation that values your contributions and supports your professional growth
- Get the balance right - flexible working options available

We are seeking a Surveillance Officer to join our Belmont Desalination Project where your contributions will directly impact our major infrastructure projects.

**Our Company**

At Hunter Water our Values define who we are as an organisation and how we behave. We strive to live these Values and it is shown in the work we do and the way in which we interact with each other.

**The Opportunity**

As the Surveillance Officer you will be responsible for monitoring of construction activities undertaken as part of Hunter Water's capital works program. The role ensures new assets are constructed in accordance with Hunter Water's WHS, Environmental and Quality standards.

This role will be predominately based at and working on the Belmont Desalination Plant and associated infrastructure.

**What you'll do**:

- Inspect and verify works undertaken by contractors to ensure it is undertaken in accordance with Hunter Water's specifications, policies and procedures.
- Maintain daily records and keep Project Managers informed of site construction works, on-site issues and construction progress.
- Monitor, report and carry out site audits of contractors' safety, environmental and quality management on site.
- Liaise with and coordinate contractors and Hunter Water's operations, maintenance and treatment teams in the planning and execution of shutdown and connection activities.
- Verify, record and report on activities associated with variations for cost and/or time.

**What you'll need to be successful**:
**Essential Criteria**:

- Extensive experience in civil and/or mechanical construction including water and wastewater infrastructure, or relevant similar experience.
- Experience in managing contract works including monitoring compliance with specifications and standards.
- Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Familiarity with Hunter Water's standards, policies and procedures associated with the design and construction of new assets.
- Familiarity with water and wastewater systems
- Understanding of MS Office Suite with strong computer literacy

At Hunter Water we offer a range of employee benefits. For this position, these will include, but are not limited to:
Excellent flexible working and additional leave benefits including:

- 3 additional Public Holidays, RDOs
- 5 days additional paid Carers Leave per annum
- Paid Community Service Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave for both parents
- Access to hybrid work and other flexible options

Health, Wellbeing and Remuneration benefits including:

- Fitness passport
- Access to discounted health fund and health services
- Access to the Employee Assistance program
- 35 hour working week prior to overtime
- Base salary range of up to $104, 892 plus Superannuation prior to overtime

**Application Steps**:
To be considered for this position applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria above and provide a current resume.

Please click here to view the Position Description

**Application closing date**:**Friday 7th March 2025.....