• Bring your wastewater technical skills and knowledge to an innovative team!

Do you possess demonstrated experience in water industry operations? Are you seeking to expand your skillset and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance in the beautiful coastal region of Coffs Harbour? If yes, then this job opportunity might be perfect for you!

The City is currently seeking a highly capable Leading Hand Wastewater to join our Water & Waste Services team. As a Leading Hand Wastewater, you will play a key role in the operation, repair, maintenance, installation, and construction of sewerage infrastructure to ensure that our community continues to live in a clean and healthy environment. The ideal candidate will be a kind and supportive mentor who fosters a constructive work environment for ground-level crew, and who can inspire the team with qualities like proactiveness, good time management, and a positive attitude.

As a member of a dynamic and positive team, you will have the opportunity to contribute your knowledge and technical abilities to sustain key assets in accordance with the City's objectives, levels of service, programs, standards, and procedures. This role will see the Leading Hand Wastewater engage with the community, participate in learning and development initiatives, support sustainability, and continuously improve our processes and operations.

If you're someone who is passionate about making a difference in the field of waste services, and who is committed to delivering excellence in your services through innovation and collaboration, then we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our team as the Leading Hand Wastewater and take your career to the next level.

About you?

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in construction, maintenance, repairs and operation of sewers and other relevant infrastructure including the laying of sewers and cutting in junctions.
• Obtains relevant licences as outlined in the Position Description.
• Committed to contributing to a positive work environment.

What's on offer?

• Starting salary from $60,524.14 + superannuation
• Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week
• Enjoy work-life balance in a beautiful coastal region
• Rostered flex-time
• Generous leave entitlements - long service leave after 5 years.
• Scope for performance-based salary increases.

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast.

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Colin Cassell, Coordinator Maintenance at col.cassell@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0427 296 922 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found on our Careers Page: https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant

The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.

Applications close 26 May 2024