Role: Water Systems Operator - Taronga Zoo
- Position located at Sydney’s Iconic Taronga Zoo!
- Full Time - ongoing position
- TCSA Wages Award, Water Systems Operator, Base salary $68,807 + 11.5% superannuation + allowances where applicable
The role of Full Time Water Systems Technician/ Operator at Taronga Zoo is a truly unique working environment, where your day to day is different every day! You’ll be working across the zoo + on exhibits with tigers, seals, pygmy hippos, lions, and so much more!
About the Role…
The role of Water Systems Operator will provide a broad range of skills across the water systems for cyclic maintenance, restoration, repairs and ensure water quality is maintained at the acceptable standards.
In this position, you will work a rotating roster, where you will be required to work a weekend shift once every fortnight. This will be discussed in the interview process.
- General hours: 630am till 230pm, based at Sydney’s Iconic Taronga Zoo!
Key Accountabilities…
- Perform all types of duties associated with all water systems maintenance, including but not limited to; Water quality testing and recording, commissioning restoration repairs, general housekeeping and work as directed on the zoo site.
- To develop skills in the operation of the water and/or storm water treatment and reticulation systems in a safe manner.
- Monitor the operation of all water systems to ensure appropriate levels of disinfection and water quality is provided consistent with relevant standards and requirements.
- Adhere to works requisition system and follow through with projects in an efficient and effective manner.
- Ensure work is performed in a timely, cost effective manner to prescribed quality standards to meet stakeholder and Taronga’s needs.
- Perform all trade and non-trade related work activities as scheduled / allocated and instructed by the Supervisor, Water Systems.
- Maintain Taronga tools, vehicles and machinery in a sound and safe working condition.
- Comply and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga’s sustainability targets and reduce the environmental impact.
About You…
We are looking for candidates that have:
- Relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience in the operation of Water Systems related to Water Treatment Plants, Reticulation Systems and Water Treatment Plant processes
- Completed or willingness to complete Certificate III in Water Operations
- Hold a current NSW Drivers License or ability to have existing license formally recognised
- Current vaccinations records for Q Fever, Tetanus, Hepatitis A & B and Tuberculosis Screening (or willingness to obtain before employment)
- NSW Paid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Benefits…
Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:
- Flexible Hybrid work model - Taronga supports a blend of in-office, remote, and on-the-go workers!
- Free Onsite Zoo car parking
- Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoo’s
- A wide range of discounts on our award-winning accommodation across both sites
- Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
- Discounted Fitness Passport
- + more!
About Applying…
Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
- List a brief summary of your experiences in roles closely related to a Water Systems Technician/ Operator.
- Outline the importance of working as a Water Systems Technician/ Operator, and the risks of ‘not getting it right’.
Applications close: 11:59pm Wednesday 18 September 2024