TRILITY is seeking a Water Treatment Operator (Process Controller) to join the Operations team in Central Otago.
Use your skills in all facets of water treatment plant operations!
The role
As a Process Controller, you will be accountable for the performance of the operations and maintenance of fifteen (15) water and wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, rising mains and pump stations in regional towns across the Central Otago area. You will be capable of working on your own and assuming total responsibility for plant operation.
The role also requires the flexibility to be a part of a 1 week in 3 on-call roster system and the willingness to respond immediately to telemetry alarms during all non-working hours when on call.
Key responsibilities
Ensure TRILITY systems for Safety, Quality and Environment are used and that all activities undertaken comply with approved plans
Process control including ordering of chemicals and receiving deliveries, verifying documentation and liaising with the client on demand and flow changes
Monitoring of plant performance including all process equipment and responding to plant and process alarms
Undertake maintenance activities (both planned and unplanned)
Project management duties including liaising with suppliers and contractors, procurement of goods, materials and services, supervision of contractors, commissioning, risk assessments etc
Conduct sampling and analysis and also liaise with external laboratory as required
Keep up to date record across all areas
Assist in the commissioning of new plants as necessary, including testing of plant equipment and verification of plant performance
What we are looking for
Ideally you will have Certificate 3 or 4 in water or wastewater but hands on experience in operation and maintenance and willingness to complete would be highly regarded
Familiarity in use of PC’s and a range of software
A current New Zealand Driver’s license
Be able to work a 1 in 3 on-call roster
Possess a high level of maturity, with the ability to make decisions with minimal direction and guidance
A reliable team member and be an effective communicator with good interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time
Able to work independently for long periods
What we have to offer you
A fully maintained work vehicle
Competitive base salary + incentive
Salary uplift as you complete certifications in water treatment
A dynamic and positive work culture, where hard work is recognised
Paid parental leave and ability to purchase additional leave
Reward and recognition program – receive payment for excellence and years of service
Wellbeing program including an employee assistance program, a free membership to Headspace and discounted wellness products
Why TRILITY?
TRILITY is an established industry leader, solely dedicated to the delivery of water, wastewater and reuse solutions across New Zealand and Australia’s municipal, industrial and resource sectors. This leadership draws on more than 35 years’ experience of providing high-quality solutions for our public and private sector clients, including financing, design and construction, operations and maintenance, asset management, utility services, and equipment solutions. Our capabilities span the full life cycle of water, delivering services to millions of people every day.
To apply
If you are looking for a fast-paced, diverse role, then please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, via the Seek apply button.
For further information on TRILITY, head to our careers page https://trility.com.au/careers/
TRILITY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We encourage people from any background/culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, or people with an impairment to apply for this role. TRILITY is also a WORK180 endorsed employer for women – find out more at https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/trility-pty-ltdWhy us?