Storm Water Harvesting Specialist

Citywide is recruiting for a Storm Water Harvesting Specialist to work within our prestigious open space contract in Melbourne’s CBD. In this role, you will be responsible for safely capturing, storing and treating harvested storm water for use in the open space contact.  

• Fitzroy Gardens Depot
• Monday to Friday 6.30am to 2.36pm
• Competitive hourly rate and use of vehicle

Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Deliver on all storm water harvesting activities and requirements
• Ensure all water quality monitoring and testing is carried out and reviewed on time and in line with the Contract, and that any recommendations are implemented
• Ensure calibrated equipment is within test date and current.
• Ensure chemicals are stored, transported, handled and used in accordance safety requirements
• Audit, manage, maintain and improve water assets
• Analyse a range of data to identify trends and inform works programs and reporting
• Prepare, implement and regularly adjust a range programs and schedules to deliver contract outcomes such as water quality and equipment servicing e.g. pumps
• Maintain records of all works performed, water quality results, water treatments, chemical use, meter readings, volumes etc.
• Record harvesting and distribution volumes
• Provide reports on water management works undertaken, asset condition and other activities
• Maintain all related equipment associated with storm water harvesting & storage
• Undertake fault finding and investigations and provide solutions to resolve a range of water issues
• Attend meetings as required with clients, events, contactors, capital and third party works
• Supervise subcontractors to safely deliver works
• Assist the Water Supervisor and Capital Works Manager to scope, quote and deliver works as required
• Be available for on-call roster and provide support to other team members when on-call
• Other duties as required within the scope of the role.

Skills and experience required:

• AQF Level 4 in water related field
• Experience and knowledge in maintaining storm water harvest systems, bio filters, pumps, chemical dosing and UV sterilisation equipment and storage tanks
• Team orientated and highly motivated, however must also be able to work autonomously
• Take a structured approach to service delivery with strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Chem Cert
• Confined Space
• First Aid Certificate
• Working With Children Check

In return we offer:

• The job security that comes with our list of long-term contracts
• The chance to make an impact in a rapidly expanding company
• The opportunity to further develop your skills in a strong, supportive environment
• A workplace that focuses on safety first
• A company with a culture of teamwork and respect

About Citywide

At Citywide, we are a proud company with a clear purpose and mission – we shape liveable cities by delivering the full scope of civil infrastructure, open space and environmental services to government and private enterprise. Collectively, our services positively impact more than 14 million Australians every day.

How to apply

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Alternatively, email your resume and cover letter to apply@citywide.com.au

Please note:

A full drivers licence and good driving record is essential. Reference checks, Driver Demerit Check, Police Check and Medical, including Drug and Alcohol testing are all pre-employment requirements for Citywide.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No (search) fee will be paid in the event we hire a candidate whose resume is submitted by an employment agency to any of our employees without a valid written recruitment agreement. Such resumes shall be deemed the sole property of Citywide.

Citywide is an equal opportunities employer, we invite applications from all backgrounds.

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