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Operator Reticulation North East Water


Company : Water Industry Operators Association of Australia


Location : Wangaratta, Australia


Created : 2025-05-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The OperatorReticulation plays a pivotal role in consistently executing water and wastewater reticulation tasks and ensuring smooth and efficient operations to deliver safe drinking water and compliant wastewater services.This role is a full-time, ongoing opportunity including a monthly RDO and flexible work options. You will be part of our Wangaratta reticulation team that services from Springhurst to Wangaratta and down through the King Valley.In this role you will have access to a diverse range of learning opportunities, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of reticulation.The general hours of work are between 7am and 4:30pm and once deemed competent, you will be required to participate in a seven-day on call roster every 4-7 weeks which operates from a Tuesday until the following Tuesday.General day-to-day duties: Emergency repairs on water and wastewater pipes and assets. Scheduled maintenance on water and wastewater pipes and assets. Monitoring and maintenance of sewer pump stations. Water meter inspections, readings, and repairs. Inspection of assets. Completion of electronic work orders and data entry. Ordering and collecting parts and materials. Basic site and ground maintenance. Other duties as required.To view the position description, please visit www.newater.com.au/careersKey Selection Criteria1. Understanding of and/or experience in asset (such as pipes and pumps) and equipment monitoring and maintenance.2. Basic computer skills with the ability to conduct system checks, complete electronic work orders and input information.3. Understanding of and/or experience in the maintenance of water and sewer networks, is desirable but not required.4. Licence or competency in the use of excavation equipment, is not required but a willingness to obtain is essential.5. Current Medium Rigid Drivers licence is preferred (a willingness to obtain is essential).Working at North East WaterNorth East Water is a leader in a unique and rewarding industry. This is thanks to our team who makes sure we exceed the expectations of our customers and communities. Were committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment, and offer a range of benefits to our people, including: Getting out and about in the beautiful north east region, Great work-life balance with a range of flexible working arrangements, Professional development through on-the-job and external training, leadership development programs, study assistance, mentoring and secondment opportunities, Annual salary increases and superannuation, Wide variety of leave types including 1 paid day off per month to use as you choose and paid parental leave, Health and wellbeing activities, 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Social club, plus much, much more!Position InformationAn attractive salary range of $59,237 to $75,160 plus 11.5% superannuation, depending on skills and experience.This role attracts additional remuneration through allowances and participation in an on-call roster.This is a full time, ongoing position.Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a police check and/or pre-employment medical and functional testing where applicable.Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.Have questions? Get in touch!Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Waite, Manager Reticulation West on 0447 450 513 or our People & Culture team via email hr@newater.com.auReady to apply?For tips on writing your application and how our application process works, please visit: your application to be considered, please apply via our website www.newater.com.au/careersApplications close 11:59pm Tuesday 13 May 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr