Wastewater Treatment Team Leader x 2

Process Operations

Permanent Full Time

Hervey Bay

Operations Level 9 - $83,506 plus superannuation

• + annualised allowance of (SEW) $12,464 
• + annualised allowance of (Wastewater Treatment) $1,435
• + 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We are recruiting two Wastewater Treatment Team Leaders for our Aubinville and Pulgul treatments plants.

As a Wastewater Treatment Team Leader you'll play a key role in delivering reliable, compliant wastewater treatment services that protect public health and the environment. You’ll oversee treatment processes, coordinate maintenance activities, support team capability, and contribute to the performance and reliability of our wastewater treatment facilities. 

What your day will look like:

• Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day wastewater treatment operations to meet environmental, regulatory and service objectives. 
• Monitor and optimise treatment processes, respond to operational issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain plant reliability and compliance. 
• Use SCADA, telemetry and laboratory data to monitor performance, respond to alarms and participate in on‑call duties.
• Coordinate chemical procurement, handling and dosing, ensuring safe and compliant use.
• Support and develop the treatment team through scheduling, coaching, performance feedback and fostering a positive, accountable culture. 

Please click here to view a full position description.

What you’ll need for success:

• Certificate III in Water Operations (Wastewater Treatment)
• Class C or CA driver licence
• General Construction Induction (White Card)
• Confined Spaces certification (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated experience in wastewater treatment operations, maintenance and process optimisation.
• Proven ability to lead, supervise and develop staff to achieve operational outcomes.
• Strong technical knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance requirements and the ability to interpret data to make informed process adjustments.
• Proficiency with SCADA, telemetry and computer‑based systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of WHS, environmental management and risk control in an operational environment.

What’s nice to have:

• Current First Aid Certificate
• Work Safely at Heights
• Chainsaw Level 2
• High Risk Work Licence (Forklift)
• Chemical Users Certification
• ACDC Commercial Operators Licence 

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.  Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Monday 21 September - subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Phil King (Wastewater Treatment Coordinator) at phillip.king@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.