Introduction:
East Gippsland Water provides an essential service to customers across our region, priding ourselves on our workplace culture of collaboration, innovation, authenticity, and accountability.
If you want to apply your skills and develop a career in a customer-focused industry, we would like to hear from you.
Description:
We live in a unique part of the state, with rivers and lakes systems at the heart of the region.
We provide an essential service to our local customers and pride ourselves on the important contribution that we make to the community.
Our people are the key to our success, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the efficiency of our networks to meet customer expectations now and into the future.
About the role - Operations and Maintenance Team Member Reuse
An exciting full-time ongoing opportunity is available for a motivated individual to join our Recycled Water Treatment Team.
The Operations & Maintenance Team Member – Reuse will assist in the delivery of proactive maintenance and operational project works within our recycled water properties (treatment plants and farms) so that asset performance and reliability objectives are achieved.
This role will also assist in the improvement in the operations and efficiency of networks to meet customer expectations and regulatory standards in the provision of wastewater and reuse services.
This role will include carrying out repair and minor works to water and wastewater assets, operation of equipment and machinery, working with contractors to deliver planned network projects and programs, as well as maintenance of assets and providing basic records on maintenance programs and asset condition.
About you
We are looking for someone with a positive approach and a keen interest in building a career in a role that directly contributes to the successful outcomes of our organisation.
This role would suit a candidate with a unique blend of hands-on practical skills in mechanical maintenance, wastewater, or plant/equipment operations, as well as good general electrical knowledge and safety awareness.
A relevant trade-based certification or qualification is highly desirable.
To be successful in this role you will have:
Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or willing to complete it within 2 years of commencement.
Experience in operations and maintenance of assets, machinery, or specialist tools and equipment.
The ability to follow instructions and learn new skills quickly.
The ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, along with basic report writing and IT skills.
The ability to meet work targets and deadlines when carrying out manual maintenance programs.
A positive attitude towards personal development.
We invest heavily in our people to support their professional development, so we are after a motivated candidate who is the right fit for the team, with a desire to learn and contribute to the success of the organisation.
A full driver's licence and ability to participate in a stand-by roster for emergency call-outs is a requirement of this role.
Apply now!
East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.
Applications should include a resume and covering letter outlining how you can contribute to the team's success and outlining your skills and experience against the KEY SELECTION CRITERIA responsibilities of the role.
Applications close on Friday 6 December 2024.
To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at or on 03 5150 4444.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and a National Police check.
Skills and Experiences:
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