Wastewater Treatment Supervisor

Are you looking for a change in direction or a move to one of NZ's best small cities?

The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.

The Wastewater requirements of Dunedin residents and visitors to the city are met by seven wastewater treatment plants. These plants ensure that wastewater discharges to the environment are of the highest possible standard and comply with consent limits. The people who operate treatment plants make an important contribution to the public health of the community in which they work.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, punctual, honest and motivated individual with a great attitude to join our 3 Waters Team based at our Green Island Wastewater Treatment Plant and Supervising Mosgiel and Middlemarch sites. With many projects on the go, the Supervisor will also need to adapt to challenges that come within this environment.

Ideally you will have:

• Relevant level 5 qualification in this area (or be working towards one)
• Minimum of two years of leadership in a similar position
• Genuine interest and commitment to learning about the process of treating wastewater
• Continuous improvement mindset and leading by example within your team.

To thrive in our operational and physically demanding environment, you will enjoy hands-on activity, problem solving and will be comfortable working with technology. You will be a part of a dedicated operations team that manage and operate the wastewater plants and systems of Dunedin and the surrounding areas.

As a Supervisor there are career pathways to further develop within this industry within leadership roles or asset management strands.

If applying as a Wastewater Supervisor, it is expected that you will have the ability to work unsupervised, be willing to have your Hepatitis vaccinations and be prepared to work standby and overtime and be ready to contribute to our team.

What we offer:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Superannuation (after 6 months of service) + free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years
• Supportive team environment
• More information of our benefits can be found here DCC careers | Benefits

Salary range: $81,140- $95,459

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

How to Apply:

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

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