Stormwater Harvesting Officer

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Building Construction and Maintenance section on a term contract, full-time basis as a Stormwater Harvesting Officer for up to 5 years. This position will be responsible for the implementation and activation of Building Construction and Maintenance’s program of work for Council’s stormwater harvesting and reuse systems (RWT), to ensure they are compliant with legislative requirements.

An ideal candidate will prepare, monitor and implement maintenance programs, prepare work schedules and estimates and quotations to ensure our stormwater harvesting and reuse systems are optimised and remain operational. You will be responsible for engaging and managing specialist contractors as needed to implement the inspection and maintenance program, and manage the financial framework and transactions to ensure cost recovery of harvested stormwater. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Trade qualification or Certificate IV in a related field
• In-depth experience in the building construction and maintenance area including dealing with and directing an in-house   labour force as well as contractors
• Experience working within a team environment while also working independently
• Current class C driver’s licence
• Solid knowledge of application of skills in complex areas of the job (In particular TMV, backflow and stormwater, asbestos containing material,   roofs and fire safety)
• Solid knowledge of working in a local government
• Budgeting, forecasting, reporting
• Background in Plumbing or related field.

Desirable:

• Experience operating or maintaining stormwater harvesting and reuse systems
• Backflow Prevention Device Certificate
• Knowledge of Council’s compliance requirements, in particular in relation to stormwater harvesting systems
• Confined Space certified
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,506.24 per week
• 38-hour working week
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

Closing Date:           Friday 11 October 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact Officer:       Darren Gauci on 9839 6276

Internal ref:              Term contract, full-time