Ballina Shire Council Seeking Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

Position:  We are offering a great opportunity for a qualified, experienced and motivated person to join our Water and Wastewater Team.  Reporting to the Supervisor you will support the Section in providing quality drinking water, recycled water and wastewater services to our community.  The position is responsible for operating and maintaining Council’s treatment plant assets in line with environmental, work health and safety and quality requirements.  You will demonstrate experience in water and wastewater treatment operations and maintenance, have a strong safety ethic and be competent working under safety, health, environmental and quality processes.  You will also possess good problem solving and fault finding skills with the ability to rectify issues, together with sound communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate technical and process issues.

Remuneration:  A salary range of $48,200 to $55,300 per annum (plus 9.5% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.

Information Packages:  Available from Council's website www.ballina.nsw.gov.au or Human Resources Department 02 6686 1443.

Applications close: Friday 22 April 2016