Salary: $74,079 - $83,267 p.a. plus 11.5% Super
Work as part of a friendly team environment
Permanent position
About the role
This is a permanent, full time, Monday to Friday 7.00am to 4.00pm position working 38 hours per week. Located at the South Nowra Water Depot.
Working as part of the Water Operations Team with Shoalhaven Water Utility, this role is critical in implementing quality and safety functions of the unit and ensures compliance and consistency across all water and wastewater treatment plants.
Duties
Reporting directly to the Wastewater Operations Manager, the focus of this position is to:

• Consultation with Councils Work Health and Safety section to deliver and implement Work Health and Safety procedures, policies, and systems.
• Assist staff with preparing specific WHS documentation.
• Managing the Shoalhaven Waters Inspection Testing and Monitoring Plan and keeping management updated on status.
• Inspecting/ Auditing Shoalhaven Waters adherence to WHS policies and procedures and recommending improvements.
• Assist with incident investigations and control measure implementation

*Please refer to the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities performed in this role*
Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will possess:

• Certificate IV in workplace Health and Safety or equivalent relevant experience
• Extensive experience in a quality/safety related role.
• Experience working successfully in large work groups with a diverse range of working environments.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

*Please refer to the attached job description for a full list of skills and experiences required to perform this role*
About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Long Service Leave After 5 Years
• 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
• Flexitime for Indoor Staff
• Remote Working Arrangements
• Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease Arrangements
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Training and Development Programs
  

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

• At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
• Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
• How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?
• In your previous positions have you actively participated in WHS practices?
  

Contact: Keira Whitford - Wastewater Operations Manager - 02 4429 3161

Applications Close: Thursday 20 March 2025 (at Midnight)
Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace.

When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.