About Us
At Coliban Water, we are focussed on protecting and maintaining the environment and providing an essential service to the community today and into the future. We encourage diversity and different perspectives, but there are a few qualities we expect our team to have. People who are open to change as we transform our business and have a growth mindset.
So what can you expect as an employee at Coliban? You have the opportunity to work closely with customers, traditional owners, education providers and local community groups. You’re encouraged to ask questions, look for new ways of working and always be focused on delivering for our customers.
We have fun at work. We expect laughter, enjoyment and creativity to be an everyday thing. You’re encouraged to take control of your career, learning and development.
We are an equal opportunity employer who believes diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and benefits our people, customers, and communities. We are committed to cultivate an inclusive and high-performing culture where our people thrive and are proud to bring their whole selves to work, inspiring a respectful and inclusive environment.
Position Overview
Coliban Water is a leading water utility dedicated to delivering high-quality drinking water, wastewater, and recycled water services. Operating 24/7, our Assets and Operations business unit plays a crucial role in designing, building, and operating water assets to meet the needs of our customers while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. We take pride in our assets to ensure we are safeguarding public health and the environment.
This position plays a role in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of wastewater treatment and distribution systems. This position is involved in the daily operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water reclamation plants and the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory (RWF). The WRP Operator works closely with a team of operators and technicians to ensure the efficient operation of water reclamation plants and the RWF, to meet regulatory requirements, and deliver reliable reuse water supply to customers and communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing innovative operational techniques to enhance efficiency and adaptability in wastewater treatment processes.
- Maintaining and improving Water Reclamation Treatment Plant performance
- Ensuring Coliban Water’s Lagoon sites and the RWF are well managed and maintained.
- Ensuring maintenance activities are undertaken in a safe, timely and effective manner.
- Adhering to necessary regulations and ensuring compliant operations
- Proactively identifying operational opportunities and challenges
- Driving initiatives that align with the corporation's strategic goals.
Learn more in the position description
Skills & Experience
We are seeking someone with demonstrated experience in manual or technical based roles, and familiarity with industrial environments such as manufacturing, construction or related sectors. You will be proficient in operating mechanical and electrical equipment, supported by a sound understanding of how they function.
Salary
The salary and conditions for this position will be as per the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 2, ($62,475 – $72,897), plus superannuation, applicable allowances and overtime) salary range will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience.
Why join us?
At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities – now and tomorrow.
We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca.
Our commitment to inclusion means you’ll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team, you receive a monthly accrued day off, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies.
At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations.
What are you waiting for? We’d love you to join us.
Enquiries / How to Apply
If you have a passion for water operations and maintenance, we invite you to apply. Join Coliban Water in shaping the future of water process operations.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm on Sunday 24 November.
For further information please contact Jarrod Threlfall, Operations Transition Manager (Jarrod.Threlfall@coliban.com.au or 0456 742 076)
Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable. Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia.
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact Morgan Cooper, P&C Business Partner (Morgan.Cooper@coliban.com.au)
Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement.