Package: $67,342.60 - $74,333.63 + 11.5% Super (Grade 6 of the SMRC Salary System 2024-2025)
Position Description: Assistant Technician - Cooma Applications close 11:59pm, Thursday 12 September 2024 About The Region:The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW.
From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer.
With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation's capital Canberra.
The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks.
Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing.
Explore the famous Snowy River, and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW.
You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park.
Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 450 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.
About the Role:Duty operations relief for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Reservoirs and pump stationsMaintain Records as required in both the electronic and paper environmentAble to read Water & Wastewater drawings and to update on drawingsWater & Wastewater quality testing & samplingReservoir inspectionsMaintenance of Water and Wastewater treatment Plants and Pump Stations within the Council areaTo carry out work as required for the Water & Wastewater DepartmentDemonstrate a commitment to the Councils WHS policy in the workplaceBe available for on-call rosters and available to respond to emergency call-outs when rosteredAcquire, process and document water & wastewater data in electronic and hard copy formatDemonstrate a commitment to Customer ServiceLiaise with the supervisor in meeting legislative requirementsPromote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacityContribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actionsContribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actionsAbout You:To be successful in this role you will have:
Construction Induction White CardWilling to complete certification in Water & Wastewater Treatment (Part 1 and Part 2) or equivalentWilling to complete NSW Department of Health Fluoride Operators CertificateHigh Pressure Water Jetting certification or willingness to complete certificationAppropriate relevant experience in a Water & Wastewater operations and maintenanceProven Ability to operate, competently, small plant including: Lawnmowers, whipper snippers, sludge pumps and water snorterUndertake confined spaces training courses including refresher coursesPhysically fit to complete all aspects of the positionAbility to work and participate in a work team environmentCommitment to work health and safetyAbility and willingness to undertake training in water & wastewater operations as and when requiredProven ability to develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the organisations strategic goalsWilling to complete Working at Heights courseCurrent Class C driver's licenceDesirable criteria:Basic computer skills and knowledge of Radio telemetry (use of lap top computer and telemetry)Ability to learn pipeline construction skills for the laying of water mainsDemonstrate analytical and problem solving techniquesTraffic Control CertificateImplement Traffic Control Plans CertificateCertificate of Competence in Excavator OperationDrivers Licence MR (Medium Rigid)Ability to read Water & Wastewater drawingsFirst Aid CertificateConfined Space CertificateHow to Apply:Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link.
Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description.
Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role.
You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.
Enquiries:For any enquiries relating to the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
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At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity.
We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve.
In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment. Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.
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