Coffs Harbour City Council

Leading Hand Treatment

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of the City's water supply and infrastructure!

About the role

The City is seeking an experienced Leading Hand with demonstrated experience in the water and/or wastewater industry. The successful candidate will be competent in various operations that sustain the City's Water Reclamation Plants, Water supply and Treatment infrastructure, and be skilled in calibrating, maintaining and operating associated equipment to successfully carry out the required works.

As the Leading Hand Treatment, you will demonstrate a high level of communication and sound judgement in regards to leading and mentoring a team. You will also be supported by a passionate and knowledgeable team working together to maintain Coffs Harbour's water quality in line with the Environmental Protection Authority and associated Australian drinking water guidelines.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in the water and/or wastewater industry including experience in water/wastewater treatment
• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (Water/wastewater Treatment) or willingness to obtain
• National Construction Induction Certificate (White card)
• Current minimum class C driver's licence.

What's on offer?

• Starting salary at $65K + superannuation and allowances
• Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week
• Options to accrue time off in lieu
• 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 Matthew Gittoes, Engineer Water and Sewer at matt.gittoes@coastalworks.com.au or via phone 0427 105 100 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/ ref 6585701.

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.