Wastewater Treatment Opeartor

**The Role**

Water is a critical part of our community, our environment and our economic success. It’s our district’s unsung hero. One essential component of our three waters strategy is the processing and treatment of wastewater.

We are on the lookout for a Wastewater Treatment Operator to join our team and work at our award-winning facility in Washdyke. This is a varied role, with a mix of planned and reactive tasks - no two days are the same

Your responsibility will be the operation of the wastewater treatment facility, sewer and pumping stations. You’ll be involved in everything from carrying out preventative maintenance programmes, to ensuring the day-to-day operations of the plant runs smoothly.

We need a team player with high-energy, who enjoys variety; working around our district, both inside and outdoors. Ideally, you will have a mechanical aptitude and process knowledge. It is also essential that you hold a current full driver's licence.

Ideally the successful applicant holds an NZQA Level 4 Wastewater Qualification to perform at full capacity in this role. Already have it or a similar experience? That will be a real advantage. If not, don’t worry as we will support your training - earn while you learn

If you’re ready to take on the challenge and think you’ve got what it takes, we want to hear from you

This is a permanent role offering 40 hours per week, with participation in the rostered 24-hour immediate response on-call team once you learn the ropes of the role. This offers flexibility and rostered days off to ensure a fantastic work-life balance. The hourly rate for this role is $30.92 - $36.38, plus on-call allowances. Check out a copy of the position description here - don’t let the minor details/formalities turn you away from this role.

**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 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.