What makes Sunwater an exceptional workplace?

We are dedicated to providing our employees with a dynamic and secure work atmosphere, accompanied by an array of attractive benefits including:

• Base salary starting from $75,525.30 for a standard 38 hour week
• 12.75% superannuation
• Access to Banked Time and TOIL
• 17.5% leave loading
• Genuine emphasis on work/life balance
• Access to Sunwater's MyBenefits hosted by Reward Gateway

The role

The Operator Weed Control position is responsible for the delivery of all weed spraying activities and acrolein for each system in the Bundaberg region. You will be responsible for condition monitoring of all drains, channels, storages and other Sunwater land for weed infestations and you will co-ordinate and supervise slashing contractors and other weed control contractors (example aerial spraying of balancing storages). Other key responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with Operators and Supervisors to co-ordinate shutdowns
• Prioritising, planning, scheduling and coordinating work and associated logistics to optimise the use of resources
• Co-ordinating fault-finding and problem resolution in relation to equipment breakdown/malfunction, analysing and resolving operational problems, and ensuring that supply interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures are minimised
• Ensuring all work is compliant with Sunwater's Business Management System standards, including Quality, WH&S and Environmental Management requirements
• Support the civil team in emergency works (when required)

About you

You will be able to effectively prioritise, plan, organise and project manage the delivery of a large works program, and to effectively manage resources to achieve work objectives within an allocated budget. You will have well-developed verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships at all levels. In addition you will have:-

• Commercial Operators Licence (essential)
• Class ‘C’ licence for manual and automatic vehicles
• HR drivers licence (highly desirable)
• Relevant trade qualification or mechanical knowledge will be highly regarded

We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexibility in their work arrangements. We understand the importance of work-life balance and value the diverse perspectives and experiences that individuals with flexible working needs bring to our team. Whether you are looking for flexible arrangements, we are committed to exploring possibilities that accommodate your needs whilst ensuring successful outcomes for Sunwater. Please feel free to discuss your desired flexibility during the application process, and we will strive to create a mutually beneficial work arrangement.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world. We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn.

For further information visit www.sunwater.com.au

Please note that our recruitment process involves verifying references, conducting psychometric testing, performing background checks, and conducting a pre-employment medical evaluation.