MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR Ko wai mtou | About us Te Kaunihera -rohe o Wairau (Marlborough District Council) is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment. Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With one fifth of the New Zealand coastline in the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure. Ko ng krero m tnei trangi | About the role Our Assets and Services Department is responsible for delivering the key services of roading, river control, drainage, water, sewerage, stormwater, waste management and emergency management. The Department accounts for approximately 70% of Council's annual operating expenditure plus significant major capital projects. We are looking for a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join the Operations and Maintenance Team at Council. The purpose of this role is to assist in the maintenance and day-to-day operations of Marlborough's numerous water treatment plants to ensure that the regions drinking water meets the Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand. Ko ng pmanawa u | About you This role would suit someone that has a good understanding of water treatment system plant operating systems or has a background in general water engineering. Ideally you will have a National Certificate in Drinking Water Treatment (preferred but not essential). Or you will have the aptitude and desire to work towards such a qualification in the future. You will be a team player, self-motivated, and performance driven. Our ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate: Good communication skills. The ability to work with and give direction to contractors. Mechanical engineering & maintenance skills/experience. The ability to be on a 24hr call-out roster. Commitment towards high standards of customer service. Ko ng huatanga pai | What we offer A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing. An environment where input, initiative and innovation are encouraged. A fantastic learning environment and support for continuing education. A competitive remuneration and benefits package (including life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable). If you're ready to progress your career with Te Kaunihera -rohe o Wairau - tono mai | apply now! Applications close 5.00 pm on 3 July 2022. Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact Mike Davies (Treatment Operations Supervisor) on mike.davies@marlborough.govt.nz MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL www.marlborough.govt.nz CHA MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR Ko wai mtou | About us Te Kaunihera - rohe o Wairau ( Marlborough District Council ) is a dynamic , progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions . Our vision is that over the next decade , Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive , high - value enterprise , known for its quality lifestyle , desirable location and natural environment . Marlborough is unique for many reasons . The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape . With one fifth of the New Zealand coastline in the Marlborough Sounds , the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure . Ko ng krero m tnei trangi | About the role Our Assets and Services Department is responsible for delivering the key services of roading , river control , drainage , water , sewerage , stormwater , waste management and emergency management . The Department accounts for approximately 70 % of Council's annual operating expenditure plus significant major capital projects . We are looking for a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join the Operations and Maintenance Team at Council . The purpose of this role is to assist in the maintenance and day - to - day operations of Marlborough's numerous water treatment plants to ensure that the regions drinking water meets the Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand . Ko ng pmanawa u | About you This role would suit someone that has a good understanding of water treatment system plant operating systems or has a background in general water engineering . Ideally you will have a National Certificate in Drinking Water Treatment ( preferred but not essential ) . Or you will have the aptitude and desire to work towards such a qualification in the future . You will be a team player , self - motivated , and performance driven . Our ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate : Good communication skills . The ability to work with and give direction to contractors . Mechanical engineering & maintenance skills / experience . The ability to be on a 24hr call - out roster . Commitment towards high standards of customer service . Ko ng huatanga pai | What we offer A workplace that supports flexibility , health and wellbeing . An environment where input , initiative and innovation are encouraged . A fantastic learning environment and support for continuing education . A competitive remuneration and benefits package ( including life and income protection insurance , health insurance , enhanced leave and superannuation , and relocation support where applicable ) . If you're ready to progress your career with Te Kaunihera - rohe o Wairau - tono mai | apply now ! Applications close 5.00 pm on 3 July 2022 . Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply . For further information you are welcome to contact Mike Davies ( Treatment Operations Supervisor ) on mike.davies@marlborough.govt.nz MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL www.marlborough.govt.nz CHA