Who we are looking for

We're looking for someone who is keen to contribute, and shape how we manage our assets at Wannon Water. We are excited to offer an opportunity to a new team member who can use and share their knowledge and experience. Someone who is keen to learn, collaborate and work together with others from across the organisation to improve the lifecycle of our assets.

You will help us understand the condition of our assets, creating maintenance programs and selecting assets which need to be replaced to ensure we continue to deliver our important services to the community and customers.

This is a full-time position based in Warrnambool with a generous salary of $86,275 to $93,801 p.a. plus superannuation. Although a full time position, we're accepting of part time employment and flexible working arrangements.

What you'll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you'll be:

• Working together and individually to understand our assets and what we can do to support the wider organisation to improve our assets by developing maintenance and inspection programs.
• Capturing and recording asset and condition information in our asset information systems.
• Creating asset management plans on all kinds of assets including plant and equipment and infrastructure which will help us manage and extend their life.
• Conducting investigative work to find out how we can better manage our assets.
• Managing contractors who are servicing or performing condition assessments on our assets.
• Getting out in the field to find out the condition and criticality of our assets/
• Using exciting computer programs that will help you delve into some data or choose what assets need to be replaced or repaired, including new and exciting technology so we can understand our assets better
• Undertaking personal development opportunities by working with other industry groups and water authorities.

What you’ll bring

We're looking for someone with a broad skill set who can apply their knowledge, learn new skills, and contribute within a dynamic and inter-disciplinary environment. Your skills might include:

• Qualifications or relevant experience in asset management, engineering, and/or project management or strong field experience in the management and maintenance of assets.
• Administration knowledge to capture asset and condition information in computer systems.
• Experience or knowledge of the water supply and sewerage industry.
• Experience in asset or maintenance systems, management or asset renewal planning.
• High level communication skills - the ability to distil information and concisely document it.

The above skills are desirable but not essential. You'll be working in an inter-disciplinary team with a considerable range of outputs, where a range of competencies are required.

You'll need to be competent managing contractors during the project development phase and on site. You should also be able to have technical discussions with stakeholders and contractors while maintaining a customer-focused approach to asset management.

For further details, see the position description available here.

We look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions, feel free to call Ian Barnes (Coordinator Asset Management) on 5565 6646.

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You’ll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You'll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility with access to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including people with a disability, job seekers of all ages, carers, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are

• A certified Family Inclusive Workplace
• A Work 180 endorsed employer
• Members of the Diversity Council Australia
• Accredited members of the Health Workplaces Achievement Program

Ready to find out about our employee benefits? Visit Our Careers page and discover more about us.

How you can apply

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 28 January 2024

Click APPLY and you will be taken through to the Wannon Water Careers Portal to complete your application. Once there, you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your cover letter and CV.

As part of your cover letter, please outline how your skills and experience meet the role requirements (as outlined in the position description).