Crew Leader Sewer Networks

Internal applicants only

Primary Work Location: Erina Depot

• Leadership opportunity within Water and Sewer
• Work/Life Balance - 9 day fortnight 
• Permanent full time 
• Commencing salary range between $1,179 to $1,415 per week ($61.5K to $73.8k per annum) + $18.28 weekly allowance + superannuation
  

Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.

Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.

The role of Crew Leader Sewer Network is responsible for the day-to-day operation and leadership of the efficient delivery of Water and Sewer Programs including the operation, maintenance, repair and construction activities of water and sewerage network services.

The Crew Leader Sewer Network will be responsible for work carried out by contractors and leading small teams of in-house staff, as required.

This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Key activities of this role include: 

• Manage and participate in the efficient coordination of operation, maintenance, repair and construction activities associated with water and sewer mains and fittings, reservoirs, pumping stations and vacuum systems in order to enhance the operations of Council’s water and sewerage network to provide an agreed level of service to the consumer
• Supervise staff and contractors
• Manage works with regards to minimisation of disruption, customer inconvenience, safety and environmental impact
• Operate plant and equipment required to carry out duties where relevant tickets have been obtained. This may include excavators, tippers, electrical and pneumatic power tools, power saws, tampers and chainsaws etc
• Ensure work quality and compliance with industry best practise including WSAA Code
• Participate in after-hours duties as required including the on-call roster and respond to call outs in a timely manner (indicatively 45 minutes)

Essential Criteria:

• Valid White Card (General Construction Induction Car d) – SafeWork NSW or equivalent
• Current Class LR Driver’s Licence
• Current Confined Spaces Certification
• Current Working at Heights Certification
• Current SafeWork NSW Dogging Certification or willing to obtain
• Current SafeWork Traffic Controller Certification or willing to obtain
• Current SafeWork Implement Traffic Control Plans or willing to obtain
• Current Work Near Overhead Power Lines Certificate
• Asbestos Awareness Certificate or willing to obtain
• Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain, repair and construct water and sewerage infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience in leading small teams and displaying leadership skills and ability to co-ordinate and organize work and deliver objectives
• Demonstrated experience in satisfactory resolution of customer complaints
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Work Health Safety, water quality, sewerage and environmental management systems
• Demonstrated ability to interpret soft and hard copy design plans, drawings and estimates and ability to prepare quantity and resource estimates
• Demonstrated ability and experience carrying out administrative duties within the scope of the role, eg. Completion of job related forms/timesheets in timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrated ability to use basic computer programs (including Word, Excel, Outlook), GIS, SCADA, and hardware including tablets, phones and computers

A 9 day fortnight work-cycle currently applies to this role.

Successful candidates may/will be required to undertake a course of vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus or demonstrate their immunity.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake and pass a Confined Spaces medical.

Enquiries:  John Smith, Team Leader on 0423 889 031 

If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.

Closing Date:  Applications close at midnight on Sunday 28 April 2024.

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HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your interest in the position.

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. 

Don't have access to a computer or electronic device? Applications can be lodged at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1 hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the enquiry counter.

Please note that you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system.

You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finally submit your application.  

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 To lodge your application, please follow the below steps:

Step 1:  Answer the on-line questions shown below

Step 2:  Attach your resume 

Step 3:  Attach your qualifications and licences

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

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I also acknowledge that I will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.