Water Treatment Operator – Queenstown

Location
Queenstown, NZ
About Veolia
Veolia Australia & NewZealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions.
With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately employees in Australia & NewZealand.
The Opportunity
Our Queenstown contract of Veolia NZ has an opportunity for an experienced Water Treatment Operator to join their team.
This role is responsible for supporting the Water treatment operational team ensuring all treatment/network facilities are operated effectively, as well as, assisting in operational activities in support of producing safe drinking water, by ensuring, key operational tasks and responsibilities are carried out.
What's on offer
Competitive salary
Time and a half after 8 hours daily
Time and a half after 40 hours weekly
On call allowances, where applicable
Meal allowances, where applicable
A great team focused working environment
Employee benefits at local businesses
Reduced gym membership fees
Employee social club
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
Meaningful work that contributes to the well‐being of our community and keeps the cogs of society turning
Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
What you'll be responsible for
Routine Maintenance of all plant and network assets and infrastructure (Planned, Routine, Breakdown)
Identifying and escalating problems
Undertaking designated operations duties – supervision based on capability
Fault finding and repairs to assets and infrastructure, ability to use equipment to undertake repairs
Working with internal staff, sharing of knowledge and skills
Participating in the On‐Call duty operator Roster – supervision based on ability
Contribute to the management of Health and Safety, Quality Assurance and Environmental Management Systems, while applying these procedures in all aspects of work
Comply with the requirements of the companys business management system and the Quality Policy for drinking water, to contribute to the companys commitment to provide safe, high quality drinking water that consistently meets or exceeds the requirements of the Contract
To undertake such general duties as and when required for the effective provision of services to the client
Undertake required regulatory and role specific on the job training
Qualifications
Combination of education, training and industry experience.
Computer literacy
Experience
Provide hands‐on industry experience.
Exposure to the water and/or process industry and basic understanding of various water infrastructure technologies and processes is preferable.
Proven ability to establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues and contractors.
Proven problem solving skills and proposed methodologies.
Personal Attributes
Ability to assess and assimilate a wide range of information and consolidate a position or assessment effectively.
Persistence and confidence in own judgment and capability.
Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances, strong analytical skills and focus on quality of work.
A self‐starter
Results focussed team player.
High degree of personal integrity.
A positive attitude.
Other relevant skills or information
Associated industry skills
Physically fit
Strong literacy, numeracy, computing, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and contractors.
Motivation and enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail and a desire for excellent customer service.
Why Veolia?
At Veolia Australia and NewZealand, you'll join a team of over passionate innovators... and good humans.
Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet.
Here, you'll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.
Application Requirements
To apply for this vacancy you must be a NewZealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in NewZealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion
At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.
We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI community and people from all cultural backgrounds.
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