Water and Sewer Operator

5 days ago


Batemans Bay, Australia Eurobodalla Shire Council Full time

**Abou**t us**

The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.

With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.

Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.

**Ab**out th**e**role**

This position is a full time role in the Water and Sewer Operations team based at the Batemans Bay Depot. You will operate and maintain water supply and sewer systems, ensuring the protection of public and environmental health.

Your main duties will include:

- Operating water and sewer systems in accordance with established operating procedures and the requirements of Council’s Pollution Control Licences.
- Implementing maintenance and asset renewal systems for water supply reticulation and/or sewer collection and transport systems.
- Construction of water and sewer infrastructure in accordance with detailed designs and industry standards.
- Coordinating and supervising the tasks of Water and Sewer Assistant Operators.
- Ensuring all activities are carried out with safety, quality and environmental considerations.

**About you**
- Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or equivalent qualification.
- Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to supervise small teams.
- Proven Word processing/spreadsheet/database operating skills.

**Salary Information**

Total remuneration for the role is in the range $2,805.16 to $3,059.55 gross per fortnight consisting of:

- $2,478.00 to $2,706.15 base salary
- $37.84 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance
- $289.32 to $315.56 superannuation (at 11.5%)
- When required by Council, participation in an on call roster is part of this position. An allowance is paid when on call._

**What we offer**

We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.

**Culture and benefits**
- Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
- 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
- Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
- 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
- Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
- Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
- Salary packaging program.

Please read the **Information Package** for full details. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Ken Murphy on 0418 412 909.

**Applications close: 11:00pm Tuesday 22 April 2025.**

**Confirmation of personal identity and working rights**:

- As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight. _
- Should you then move to the next stage of the recruitment process after interview, you will be required to produce documentation that proves your working rights in Australia, such as a passport, birth certificate, driver’s licence, proof of permanent residency or temporary VISA grant notice._



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