Water Treatment Operator

2 weeks ago


Timaru, New Zealand Timaru District Council Full time

**The Role / Person**

Kick start your career in the water industry. Come and join the crew at Claremont who produce NZ’s best tasting water and provide safe drinking to communities across our district. We also have some of the most up-to-date treatment processes and technology

As the newest Water Treatment Operator on the block, you will support the operation and maintenance of Council’s water treatment facilities, including water supply intakes, bulk supply pipelines and storage across the Timaru District.

We are on the lookout for a team player with a can-do attitude, paired with the drive to learn new skills and concepts. Ideally, we’re after an individual who has some experience with water treatment process or has completed/working towards a NZ Certificate in Water Treatment (Level 4).

For Trainees, we’re looking for an individual who has completed NCEA Level 2 with Mathematics, holds a current driver’s licence (restricted or full) and is interested in learning about water treatment processes. Additional on-job training is provided, along with other learning and development opportunities. You will also work towards completing the NZ Certificate in Water Treatment (Level 4) - earn while you learn

Once you learn the ropes of the role, you will join the 24-hour immediate response service. This offers flexibility and rostered days off to ensure a fantastic work-life balance. The annual salary for this role is $59,500.00 to $70,000.00 per annum, plus on-call allowances.

**The District**

Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting and cultural pursuits.

Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work

**The Organisation**

The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 employees, there are a diverse range of roles from community facing to support and technical specialists.



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