About the Role
The Assistant Team Leader Water Quality supports the day-to-day operations of Council’s water treatment plants, drinking water and non-potable water supply schemes, reservoirs and pumping stations.
The position ensures compliance with the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan and relevant water quality standards, while assisting the Team Leader Water Quality with operational problem-solving, continuous improvement, purchasing, stock control and other ongoing operational requirements.
Full position details, including required qualifications and key responsibilities and duties for the role are outlined in the attached position description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Current Certificate III in Water Treatment Operations.
- Secondary education to Year 10.
- Current C class Drivers Licence.
- An extensive knowledge of water treatment plant processes.
- Demonstrated understanding of basic mathematics and chemistry in the application of the job.
- Demonstrated ability to perform basic laboratory procedures relative to monitoring plant operational process.
- Demonstrated ability to work with spreadsheet software programs.
- A common-sense, hands-on approach to the resolution of problems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good ability to motivate others and build a strong team.
- Proven ability to liaise with staff and management and achieve positive outcomes.
- Exemplary leadership and interpersonal skills and a positive outlook.
Applications close: 5pm Friday 20 November 2026
