Water Industry Technician - Level 2

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Western Australia (WA) Water Corporations

Job Ref:  0NYI
Employer:  Water Corporations
Job Type:  Permanent Full Time
06/11/2019 00:00
Water Industry Technician - Level 2 - 0NYI

Primary Location

 WA-Country-Karratha Regional Office

Organization

 North West Region
  • Locally based in Karratha
  • $97,367 + 9.5% Super ($9,250) + location allowance ($12,865)
  • Standby allowances, housing and air-con subsidies on offer
We're here to help communities thrive.
Your community is our community.
It is the sum of everyone’s different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives that makes ours a strong and inclusive community. We are always seeking fresh new faces. Faces just like yours. Fresh faces wanted.
 
This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal Australians are encouraged to apply.
 
About the role:
We are offering a 6 month Fixed Term opportunity for an experienced Water Industry Technician. Based in Karratha, you will be responsible for operating, repairing and maintaining advanced water/wastewater plants to optimise process and delivery outputs through monitoring, analysis and corrective action. 
 
What the role will involve:
  • Performing scheduled and unscheduled (breakdown) maintenance in a conventional treatment plant (Multi Media Filter, Sand filter, Clarifier systems etc).                                                   
  • Using your full range of trade skills to maintain a conventional treatment plant.
  • Taking control of worksite including where contractors are employed.
  • Identifying faults and coordinating repairs (or within trade scope undertakes these). 
 
Key skills and experience:
  • Trade Certificate - Electrical or Mechanical
  • W.A ‘C’ Class driver’s license
  • Relevant High Risk Licences
  • Trained and competent in Confined Space Entry - desirable
  • Trained and competent in the use of SCBA and atmospheric monitoring equipment - desirable
What’s on offer:
  • The opportunity to work for a state government owned supplier of water, wastewater and drainage services in WA
  • An generous location allowance to help you adjust to your new life and location
  • Housing and air conditioning subsidies to assist you with you cost of living and comfort
  • Flexible working arrangements with standby and on call allowances
Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
 
Applications close 3rd January 2020

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:
Through our Equity and Diversity Management Plan and People Strategy, Water Corporation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace of the future.
 
We understand that unique perspectives, ideas and contributions only strengthen our workforce and are recognised and valued.
We encourage applications supporting our key priority communities - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women and people with disability.
 
For people with disability, we are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment enabling full participation in all aspects of employment wherever possible by offering reasonable adjustments.
 
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
 
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
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