Assistant Water Reclamation Operator - Wagga Wagga, Australia - Wagga Wagga City Council

    Wagga Wagga City Council
    Wagga Wagga City Council Wagga Wagga, Australia

    3 weeks ago

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    We are seeking a self-motivated individual to join Council's Water Reclamation team to assist in the day-to-day operations and running of the sewage treatment plants around Wagga Wagga and surrounding towns.

  • One (1) permanent position available.
  • Remuneration package of $2,422.82 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $2,907.38 gross per fortnight + superannuation.
  • Access to Council's nine (9) day fortnight arrangement.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Generous leave entitlements.
  • In this role, you will provide assistance to the Water Reclamation Operator (Rural) and team, to achieve high quality maintenance and day-to-day operation of Council's sewage treatment plants including effluent reuse, bio-solids management and associated infrastructure services.

    Key responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

  • Assisting in the operation and maintenance of Council's sewage treatment plants at Forest Hill; Mangoplah; Collingullie; Uranquinty and Tarcutta, ensuring the facilities reflect industry best practice and comply with environmental legislative requirements.
  • Provide support at the Bomen Industrial Sewage Treatment Facility, Narrung Street and Kooringal Sewage Treatment Plants as required.
  • Undertake numerous general maintenance duties of all sewage treatment plant grounds.
  • Undertake cleaning of the sewage treatment plant process units.
  • As the successful applicant, you will hold the following:

  • Current Class C Driver's Licence;
  • General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card); and
  • AQF3 Chemical Accreditation (Desirable).
  • Demonstrated experience in the following:

  • Mowing and whipper snipper operation including mowing with a tractor or 4WD Kubota F3690 mower (or similar);
  • Chemical application and weed control including operation of boom and spot sprayer; and
  • Pressure cleaner and blower operation.
  • In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Q-Fever and will be asked to provide evidence of this.

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