- Multiple fulltime, permanent roles offering a base salary $109,385.37 plus super!
- Based out of Ryde (Northern Area), Daceyville (Southern Area) and Prestons (Western Area) offering flexible work options
- Provide operational and maintenance skills in the management of the water, recycled water, wastewater and stormwater systems to achieve customer, stakeholder and regulatory requirements
- Provide operational knowledge and support to stakeholders regarding system operation in the context of incident support, risk management, growth, development, and asset management
About the role
Reporting to the Operations Leader you will support the team in the operation and maintenance of water, recycled water, wastewater, and stormwater systems to achieve performance requirements within a team environment and in a safe manner.
The Senior Engineer will assist with efficient delivery of water, recycled water, wastewater, and stormwater services to customers by setting the operating parameters at a local level, operating the network, and monitoring as appropriate. Operational assets include civil assets (mains and reservoirs) and mechanical and electrical assets (pumping stations, PRVs and control systems)
The role ensures the assets of the hydraulic system are maintained to achieve their design capability at a specific standard of reliability and availability.
The Senior Engineer will support efficient management of product related programs and key business activities and provide technical expertise in network operations.
About you
- A tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline and/or proven experience in operations and maintenance of water/wastewater networks
- Knowledge of network operations, system hydraulics, maintenance/renewals, system planning, asset management, or treatment/quality aspects of water and wastewater systems
- Well developed problem solving, lateral thinking, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Well developed skills and experience in dealing with customer, stakeholder and regulator issues
- Knowledge of, and demonstrated experience in operating assets and/or systems for the delivery of water and wastewater products and services that meet customer and stakeholder expectations
- Experience in the measurement, analysis and evaluation of water and wastewater system performance
- Demonstrated success in working with internal and external service delivery partners to achieve common goals in planning, design, construction, commissioning, maintenance and asset management activities
- Ensuring safety in design, network operation, and shutdown activities conducted by internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated self-motivation and willingness to accept challenges and deliver assigned projects as part of a team or as an individual
- Knowledge of the appropriate Regulatory requirements (including Operating Licence, Environmental Protection Licence and Water Quality)
- A solid understanding of the application of computerised systems for operations, maintenance and process management systems
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems relevant to water and wastewater systems
- Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written) and personal qualities (innovative, motivational, self-confident and tactful) including ability to translate technical outcomes to operational needs, and present as necessary, with the ability to negotiate outcomes that compliment operational needs
Additional notes:
Please complete a cover letter addressing the About You section of this role listed above
After hours work is required at times
Closing date: Midnight Friday 2nd February 2024
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au
Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.
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