Utilities Coordinator Federation Council

Job Description

Utilities Coordinator Based in Corowa, but will work across the Federation Council area • Full Time 70 hours/fortnight • Great work life balance with a 9-day fortnight · Salary commencing from $93,132.00 per annum + 11.5% superannuation About us Federation Council is home to a thriving and diverse community located in an agriculturally rich area on the border of New South Wales and Victoria. The Southern Riverina region is the centre of one of the most productive wool, cereals and livestock growing areas in Australia. The opportunity We are currently seeking a suitably experienced and qualified professional to join the team as a Utilities Coordinator. You will be responsible for coordinating and instructing the water and sewerage treatment and reticulation teams in the operation, maintenance, repair and upgrading of relevant systems to provide drinking water and treated effluent that meets industry, health and environmental best practice standards and legislative requirements. In this role you will: Coordinate the water treatment, sewage treatment and reticulation teams including plant, staff and materials to provide efficient use of resources and to provide optimum service to customers and provide expertise to team leaders in the management of issues; Coordinate operations, maintenance and repair programs for water mains and services, sewer mains and services, water meters, backflow protection, saleyards effluent system, and provide staff, plant and materials for the repair and upgrading of sewage and water supply pump stations, and water filtration and sewage treatment plants; Prepare and administer team rosters and arrange relief staff to cover staff leave and/or to resource any reactive, afterhours or emergency operational activities; Prepare team work plans and schedules and allocate duties to achieve work schedules in consultation with the Team Leaders and Engineering/Technical staff; Investigate, action/resolve and report on Customer Requests, or identified service problem areas/complaints; Coordinate and supervise water supply and sewerage capital works including compliance with design, connection to existing systems and recording of asset data; Coordinate and supervise contractors as required and ensure Contractor Management is adhered to and procurement process is followed at all times; Ensure that operational activities deliver required service levels and are efficient and effective and in accordance with current maintenance guidelines and specifications, Australian Standards and Legislative requirements; Assist in compiling information for completing the EPA Annual Returns and associated Annual Performance Reports, NSW Health Drinking Water Quality System Annual Reports and NSW DPE National Performance Reports; Perform other duties when required within Federation Council within the limits of the employee’s skill, competence and training. Criteria: Hold a qualification in plumbing or Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment or Water Industry Operation combined with relevant experience in the water and sewerage industry. Hold a qualification in Supervisory Certificate/Qualification or are willing to obtain one within 12 months of successful appointment to this role. Hold a Construction Induction Certificate (White Card), Confined spaces ticket and a current and valid class “C” driver’s licence. Demonstrated understanding of the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. Demonstrated practical knowledge of WHS requirements including the ability to proactively manage risk and WH&S requirements within area or responsibility. Demonstrated ability to manage time, set priorities as well as plan and organise work for both self and team to achieve set objectives in the most efficient way possible within the available resources and timeframe. Demonstrated experience in supervising staff, allocating work and managing plant and materials. What we offer: An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills. The opportunity to explore a diversity of career paths. Fortnightly rostered days off. Be part of a team contributing to your local community. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance. Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service. The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment. The salary is commencing at $1,791.00 per week with progression up to $1976.90 per week dependent upon skills and experience. How to find out more: To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Daryl Bennett, Manager Utilities on (02) 6033 8913. How to apply: Provide us with a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills. Applications need to be submitted by 4.00pm on Monday, 24 February 2025, via one of the following platforms: In writing to “Utilities Coordinator”, Human Resources, PO Box 77, COROWA NSW 2646 Or emailed to Or by applying via the ‘Job Application Form’ available from the top of this page. Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals. #J-18808-Ljbffr