Wastewater Network Engineer

• Contribute to a sustainable Lower Hunter for future generations
• Grow and learn in your role with ongoing training and development
• Deliver high quality essential services for our community

We are seeking a Wastewater Network Engineer to join our Wastewater Network Operations Team In The Customer Delivery Division.

Our Company

At Hunter Water our Values define who we are as an organisation and how we behave. We strive to live these Values and it is shown in the work we do and the way in which we interact with each other. Please click here to learn more about Hunter Water's Values.

At Hunter Water we fundamentally believe in and commit to diversity and inclusion. We value an individual's unique capabilities, backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. We rely on these diverse perspectives to drive innovation and collaboration, to deliver the best outcome for our customers and communities.

It is this diversity of perspectives that will enable Hunter Water to meet the challenges of the future. We strive to create an inclusive environment where there is genuine equality of opportunity regardless of people's gender, age, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or family status. We encourage you to apply and welcome all applications.

We are embarking on a new strategic direction to build a more innovative, collaborative and resilient organisation that is a thought leader in developing a sustainable water and wastewater future. Please click here to learn more about Hunter Water's Corporate Strategy.

At Hunter Water we offer a range of employee benefits. For this position, these will include, but are not limited to:

Excellent flexible working and additional leave benefits including:

• Additional Public Holidays & RDOs
• 5 days additional paid Carers Leave per annum
• Paid Community Service Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave for both parents
• Access to hybrid work and other flexible options

Health & Wellbeing benefits including:

• Fitness passport
• Access to discounted health fund and health services
• Access to the Employee Assistance program

Remuneration & Hours:

• 35 hour working week
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Base salary of up to $80, 558 plus 11.5% Superannuation (Any offer will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate)

The Opportunity

As the Wastewater Network Engineer you will carry out investigation and rectification of operational issues and technical customer complaints, undertake operational activities during significant, major or crisis level incidents, prepare projects briefs and/or project specifications, undertake risk assessments, prepare contingency plans, compile and analyse operational data and contribute to management of the Ferrous Chloride supply contract.

What you'll do:

• Management of environmental incidents including sampling, preparation of remediation plans, follow up investigations and environmental reporting
• Operations investigations in all aspects of the wastewater network including pumping stations, pipe networks, chemical dosing and odour management.
• Shutdown and operational planning and execution
• Customer complaint handling and investigation relating to the wastewater network
• Supporting the strategic initiative to reduce wastewater overflows

What you'll need to be successful:

Essential Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering or an equivalent related discipline
• Class C driver's licence
• Demonstrated high level communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with the focus and desire to build effective working relationships
• Highly developed organisational skills, demonstrated through the ability to manage conflicting priorities whilst delivering on key milestones

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in water and wastewater systems - operations & maintenance and/or design & construction.
• Experience in analytical, procedural and technical report writing with a high attention to detail.
• Experience with liaising with regulatory bodies
• Experience in consultant and contract management
• Experience working within an Asset Management Framework
• High level understanding of water networks
• Ability to effectively utilise information technology, including computerised control & monitoring systems, geographical information systems, incident management systems, enterprise resource planning systems, and engineering plans & drawings
  
  

This role is ideal for someone who is just starting out in their career, with a foundational understanding of the key skills required. You will be supported through mentorship and training as you gain hands-on experience. Strong communication skills and a willingness to take initiative are important, but extensive prior experience is not required.

Application Steps:

To be considered for this position applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria above and provide a current resume.

Please click to view the Position Description

Application closing date: 07 March 2025

Contact: Stephy Davis Phone: 0438 124 169

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We are proud to be an Inclusive Employer committed to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. People with disability, women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in contact with the recruiter.

Employment with Hunter Water Corporation may be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to criminal background checks, functional assessment, drug and alcohol testing and psychometric assessment for preferred external applicants.