Pathway Process Operator

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move for 2024?  Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in?  Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast. 

The role & you

The Water Industry is an essential service and this is an opportunity to step into a career pathway that will always be in demand.

This position offers a fixed-term appointment (12 months) training you in key aspects of Water Operations and will provide you with a strong foundation to continue in an industry career path.

In this role, you will predominantly provide assistance in the operation, planned and unplanned maintenance of Council's water treatment plants.

Such duties include: 

• Assist with routine water treatment plant & water storage dam inspections and operation
• Implement water quality monitoring and testing
• Assist in the operation, control and maintenance of treatment plants and distribution networks
• Assist in the repair of plant, equipment and system components

To be successful, you must be confident and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment where you will learn from the expertise of others. You will be proactive, hands-on, enthusiastic and ready to join an engaging team who are committed to continuous learning and industry improvements. This opportunity requires a motivated individual who is comfortable in both administrative tasks as well as working operationally in outdoor settings. 

It is also a requirement of this role that you have a White Card, hold a current Class C drivers licence and have the ability to swim.  

Why work with us?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Please note that to be a successful candidate for this role you’ll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check (this will include a drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, functional and medical component)

Salary:

• Commencing salary circa $60,900 p.a.
• An allowance of $133.61 per week will also apply.

Location: Upon commencement your normal place of work will be our Bootawa Water Treatment Plant  located at Bootawa Dam Road. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Fixed-Term, Full Time. (12 Months)

Closing date: Sunday, 13 October 2024 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Geoff Kerr, Coordinator WMAT Manning, who is the hiring manager for this role. Geoff can be reached on 0408 653 837 or at geoff.kerr@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Helen Hamilton, Human Resources Business Partner who is the HR representative for this role. Helen can be reached on (02) 7955 7388 or at helen.hamilton@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.