2022 Waste Water Treatment Coordinator null

ABOUT US

We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of close to 55,000 people. With an operating expenditure budget of approximately $220 million, we have 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services. 

WE ARE DRC

Our focus is on delivering high-quality services, strengthening our community engagement and strategic management capabilities, building an organisation based on performance and continuous improvement whilst creating a values-based organisational culture and developing a professional and engaged team that delivers on our shared values; Progressive, Sustainable, One Team and Integrity.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Dubbo Region outshines the big metropolitan cities in both affordability and liveability, with an impressive range of housing options, health and education services and little to no work commute – your quality of life is second to none.  The real heart of New South Wales, our Region is a dynamic centre that offers the dual benefits of relaxation and space with the amenities of a major city. With a population of almost 55,000 and 5,143 registered businesses, the Dubbo Region is thriving. Key assets for the Region include a major hospital that services a broad catchment population of 120,000 people in the Orana Region, as well as world-class tourist attractions and impressive transport links including direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Ballina and Newcastle. Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This challenging and diverse role is responsible for the supervision of the treatment plant team, ensuring the efficient treatment and disposal of Waste Water to EPA licence conditions and enabling the provision of high-quality treatment and disposal to ensure the protection of the environment for the Dubbo Community.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Supervise the maintenance and operation of the wastewater treatment assets in accordance with Council's policies and procedures;
• Operate a computer-based supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA/telemetry system, servicing wastewater systems;
• Ensure provision of a 24-hour emergency response to address faults and failures for treatment plants and pumping stations; and
• Maintain high-quality treatment and disposal of wastewater by reliable operation of treatment plants, pumping stations and the laboratory.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Certificate III Water Operations;
• Certificate IV Water Operations (Treatment) or the ability to obtain within 2 years of employment in the position;
• Solid experience in Supervision of water or wastewater treatment plants including staff;
• Demonstrates competency in computer operation and data entry;
• Experience in telemetry operations; and
• Class C Drivers Licence.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a self-motivated individual, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who pride themselves on providing excellent customer service. Your attention to detail skills will be of a high standard and you will enjoy working in a diverse team.

You will be a hands-on leader who continually shows positive leadership and looks for constructive ways to contribute to team culture.

WHAT WE OFFER

In undertaking this key role in our diverse organisation, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 4 weeks of annual leave, access to DRC fitness passport program, and a well-being program.

DRC also offers a variety of flexible working arrangements, learning and development opportunities, generous leave allowances and has an active Social Club.

DRC has a variety of Salary Packaging options available to staff including:

• Superannuation
• Rainbow Cottage Childcare
• Professional Memberships
• Excess Long Service Leave to Superannuation
• Uniforms
• Novated Vehicle Leasing
• Remote Area Housing
• Work-Related Self Education Expenses
• Portable Notebook or Laptop Computer
• Airline Lounge Memberships
• Disability/Income Protection Insurance
• Tools of Trade