Supervisor Warrumbungle Water Reticulation

Supervisor Warrumbungle Water Reticulation

Department: Warrumbungle Water

Reports to: Manager Warrumbungle Water

Salary Range: $1,393 - $1,590 per 38 hr week + super

At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. Our scenic location, amongst friendly country communities, provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.

The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. We are an EEO Employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government. 

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Purpose of the Position

This position is responsible for the implementation of best practice procedures for construction, preventative and corrective maintenance, operation and emergency repair of water and sewer reticulation networks, including ensuring the provision of safe drinking water in accordance with health standards, the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and Council’s Drinking Water Management System across the Local Government Area.

While the Supervisor Warrumbungle Water Reticulation will spend the majority of time performing supervisory and administrative functions “hands-on” involvement will still be required, depending on workload and priorities.

The Supervisor Warrumbungle Water Reticulation may also be required to act in the higher duties role of Manager Warrumbungle Water in the absence of the incumbent.

Essential Requirements

• Commitment to Council’s Mission, Values and Code of Conduct
• Understanding of work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace and commitment to a positive contribution to WHS in the workplace and compliance with Council and legislative requirements
• Current Department of Fair Trading Plumber’s and Drainer’s Licence and working knowledge of AS3500: Plumbing and drainage
• Backflow prevention certificate
• Extensive supervisory experience, preferably in a Local Government or local Water Utility context and with water distribution and sewer collection systems
• Experience in the planning and implementation of capital projects
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development of self and team members
• Participate in rotating on-call roster for emergency call-outs
• Ability to be on-site in Coonabarabran within 30 minutes for any emergency call-out and within 30 minutes plus travel time to calls at other centres in the group
• OHS Construction Induction Certificate (“white card”)
• Class C Driver’s Licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Diploma in Project Management or other relevant field
• Implement Traffic Control Plans ticket
• Confined Spaces Certificate
• Chemical Handling Certificate (ChemCert)
• Knowledge of Liquid Trade Waste Regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of project management principles and processes
• Knowledge of the Local Government Act
  
  

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.

Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 3 January 2021.

For enquiries, please contact Organisation Development on 6849 2000.