Wastewater Treatment Operator

5 days ago

Timaru, New Zealand Timaru District Council Full time

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 challenge 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, a knowledge of pumping system, and basic computer skills. It is also essential that you hold a current full drivers licence.

In order to perform this job to the fullest extent possible, you will need to have the Connexis Level 4 Water Qualification. If you already have this nationally recognised water qualification or something similar, it will be a big advantage to you. If not, don’t worry as we will sponsor your training.

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 $57,800.00 to $68,000.00 per annum, plus on-call allowances.

If you’re ready to take on the challenge and think you’ve got what it takes, we want to hear from you Check out a copy of the position description here - don’t let the minor details/formalities turn you away from this role.

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