Supervisors - Wastewater

Supervisors - Wastewater

• Multiple Opportunities.
• Lead a skilled and diverse team of wastewater specialists.
• Deliver a key community service.

About the roles

We are seeking proactive and positive Supervisors with previous knowledge and experience in managing wastewater infrastructure. Join our Water and Wastewater Section and be part of developing great teams and delivering key services to our community. Opportunities are available in the following disciplines.

Supervisor Wastewater Maintenance

In this role, you will be essential in keeping our City's wastewater assets operating smoothly while continuously seeking innovative ways to improve our processes.

This role will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of wastewater investigations, ensuring compliance with technical, safety, and environmental standards.
• Planning, coordinating, and organising maintenance works for wastewater assets, including rising mains, gravity sewer mains, and house service lines.
• Providing leadership and supervision to maintenance staff, ensuring effective communication and adherence to best practices.
• Managing stakeholder relationships, addressing concerns and complaints promptly and professionally. Coordinating the clearance of sewer chokes, ensuring timely response and minimal disruption to residents and traffic.
• Assisting in the ongoing improvement of work methods and materials, fostering a culture of innovation within the team.
• Monitoring workloads and outcomes to ensure targets are met efficiently and competently.

Supervisor Wastewater Rehabilitation

If you're passionate about infrastructure operating at its best, the Supervisor Wastewater Rehabilitation role is a perfect fit! In this position, you will lead a team dedicated to safety and efficiency in enhancing our wastewater systems.

• Planning and overseeing wastewater rehabilitation and repair works on mains and sewer assets.
• Ensuring all work meets City standards and complies with safety and environmental regulations.
• Supervising site operations and quality assurance methods, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
• Addressing customer complaints promptly, minimising disruption and inconvenience.
• Monitoring project costs and managing resources effectively to adhere to budget limits.
• Leading and supporting a team of wastewater staff, fostering a collaborative and adaptable work environment.
• Providing ongoing training and development opportunities for team members.

Supervisor Wastewater Investigations

As the Supervisor Wastewater Investigations, you will be a key player in identifying and resolving issues within our wastewater assets. Leading a dedicated team, you'll ensure we maintain high safety standards and operational efficiency.

This role will be responsible for:

• Overseeing quality assurance and quality control activities related to wastewater investigations.
• Managing operational delivery for all wastewater investigations, including planning and coordinating works.
• Providing direction and supervision to field crews during smoke testing, asset inspections, and defect identification.
• Liaising with technical and administrative teams to facilitate effective communication throughout projects.
• Assisting in the planning and coordination of public notifications and communications as per project guidelines.
• Ensuring all work adheres to City standards, relevant legislation, and established protocols.
• Fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to resolve conflicts and achieve favourable outcomes.
• Leading and mentoring staff, promoting professional development and ensuring a safety-conscious work environment.

About You

We seek someone with a positive and proactive spirit to lead our dynamic team! You'll set clear objectives, mentor your team, prioritise safety, and demonstrate your ability to effectively manage and coordinate projects and resources. If you're ready to inspire and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

This position may be required to be on call outside of normal working hours with payment as applicable as per the award.

For more information, please refer to the attached Position Description.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary starting at $73,225.52 per annum, plus 11.5 % superannuation.
• Live Sewer Allowance and on-call allowances paid when applicable.
• Embrace a permanent, full-time position with a commitment of 38 hours per week.
• Look forward to performance-based salary increases that reward your hard work and dedication!

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Cert IV in Water Operations (or similar)
• National Construction Induction (White Card)
• MR Class Drivers Licence
• Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
• Work Safely at Heights
• Relevant experience in a leadership / supervisory capacity

Want more information?

If you have questions in relation to the position, please reach out to Jonathon Bell, Section Leader Water and Wastewater Services via phone 02 6648 4889 or email jonathon.bell@chcc.nsw.gov.au.

If you have questions in relation to your application or the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au.

Applications

Details about the role can be found on the City's Careers page and by Downloading the PD https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant & enter ref code: 6723353

Applications are to be submitted 16 Feb 2025 by 9pm (AEST, NSW) to be considered.

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.