Process Controller

• Take part in exciting improvement projects, like the Secondary Upgrade at Quakers Hill.
• Work across dynamic locations, including St Marys and Quakers Hill, contributing to key projects.

As a Process Controller, you will take on a leadership role to help improve and streamline processes within the Wianamatta Hub by providing expert analysis and technical support.

In this leadership role, you will focus on boosting team performance in managing Water, Wastewater & Recycled Water, and Resource Recovery systems to achieve better product and system results.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to plant operations in all conditions and ensure plant operations align with Treatment and Sydney Water frameworks including health and safety requirements, quality and information management protocols, incident response and business continuity frameworks. 
• Oversee product performance across Treatment and Network systems to meet end-user requirements, working closely with Network teams.
• Monitor and review production performance to identify, prevent and manage trends and exceptions likely to impact on safety, public health, customers, environment, or reputation. 
• Contribute to Hub business improvement projects (including implementation) according to the planned Production Plan and business improvement project plans. 

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a fast-paced operational team, managing and optimising production processes in Water, Wastewater, Recycled Water, and/or Resource Recovery systems.
• Strong understanding of process optimisation in Water or Wastewater facilities.
• Experience with SCADA systems, analytics software, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with quality management systems (ISO 9000, 14000, 4801).
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive change.
• Interest in data analytics, process control, and risk management.
• Technical skills for diagnosing and maintaining processes and assets.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree qualifications in engineering / science or equivalent experience 
• Relevant valid driver's licence required 
• Ability to work flexible days and hours to meet business needs - This includes performing incident response outside of business hours.
• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing Date: 17 March 2025 at Midnight AEST

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

For any further information please contact daniella.mikhael@sydneywater.com.au

Working at Sydney Water

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

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