Shire of Carnarvon Reticulation Specialist

Reticulation SpecialistPosition Number:77Department:Infrastructure ServicesLevel: 3 4 (depending on experience skills and qualifications)Award:May be covered under Municipal Employees WA AwardRemuneration: $80176.19 $91467.33 (prorata for parttime) inclusive of salary superannuation housing and district allowances (if eligible) is available to the successful candidate depending on experience skills and qualifications. Reports to: Facilities & Services Operations ManagerAs the Reticulation Specialist you will be a motivated problemsolving individual with a high degree of technical irrigation component and system knowledge. You will be responsible for the operation maintenance and renewal of the Shire of Carnarvon irrigation water supplies and distribution systems. These systems include water from potable recycled artesian and nonpotable sources. You will ensure these systems function as intended to ensure public areas receive the irrigation water necessary to maintain their required level of service.Key role outcomes:Demonstrate successful leadership through the application of the Shires core values by promoting a work culture of sustainability quality improvement efficiency and excellent customer service that corresponds to our Code of Conduct and Customer Service Charter. A commitment to a safe work environment and WHS legislation policy and processes.Ensure compliance with the Local Government Act (WA) 1995 and any relevant legislation.Installing commissioning maintaining adjusting and repairing irrigation water supply and distribution systems including but not limited to pumps pipes valves filters controllers sprinklers and drip system components.Faultfinding and rectification of irrigation water supply and distribution systems.Interrogation programming and operation of various types of irrigation control systems.Identification of water supply and distribution system deficiencies and potential improvements.Documentation of irrigation system operational information including meter readings and other system data to identify trends and reporting.Coordination with the Public Health Officer to ensure the Shire of Carnarvon recycled water irrigation system meets its Department of Health licence requirements.Interpret irrigation design drawings and setout irrigation designs on site.Installation and fault finding of extralow voltage irrigation control cabling networks.Promote and actively develop the transfer of knowledge to lessexperienced staff.Work Health & Safety ResponsibilitiesTo take reasonable care for their own safety and health and to avoid harming the safety and health of other people through any act or omission at Shire workplaces. And as relevant: Proactively comply with all Shire WHS Policies Procedures and Guidelines Practice duties and other relevant conditions. As well as with the WA WHS Act 2020 WHS (General) Regulations 2022 all other relevant Regulations Codes of Practice and Australian Standards. implemented and are being followed by employees. As far as reasonably possible comply with instructions given by their employer or an authorised person in the interests of safety and health and in accordance with the WHS Act. Must report to their manager supervisor WHS Representative PC&S and/or other relevant contact person work related injuries near misses and any hazards at the workplace that they cannot correct themselves. Must use store and maintain personal protective equipment as properly instructed and not damage or misuse any equipment or facilities provided in the interests of safety and health.Participate in and where possible provide leadership for a continuous improvement culture of safety where best practice initiatives are entrenched in daily business activities. Essential Criteria:Highly developed ability to uphold a valuesbased approach in the workplace. Ability to work effectively and productively within a team or independently. Ability to prioritise multitask and work in a fastpaced environment.Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy and light machinery equipment and tools effectively and safely.Knowledge and experience of all Irrigation infrastructure including pumps aerators multiple control (including remote access) and wiring systems and experience in a similar role. Good mechanical aptitude.Desirable Criteria:Previous experience with Local GovernmentTraffic Management ticket MR Truck licence.Skid steer and Excavator ticketsLicenses Registrations Memberships or Qualifications required of the role:Current Western Australia Drivers License.Construction Safety Awareness Certificate (White Card). Preemployment screening required for this role: National Police Clearance Less than 6 months oldPreemployment Medical ScreeningAlcohol and Other Drug screeningAudiometric TestingRemuneration and Benefits:The successful applicant will join the Infrastructure Services Team with a starting salary from $64477.52 $72908.16 per annum plus allowances (if eligible) and superannuation. Other cash benefits include but not limited to: $2253.38 p/a District Allowance*$2871.96 $4307.94 p/a Housing Allowance*$1084.96 $1226.82 p/a Annual Leave Loading 17.5%$7656.31 $8741.64 p/a Superannuation (Statutory)$1392.06 $1589.39p/a Superannuation additional 2% (Optional subject to employee salary sacrifice)*$3500.00 Retention bonus upon completion of 3 years of service*$440.00 p/a Annual Leave Travel Assistance Salary Continuance InsuranceLeave entitlements* 5 weeks Annual leave2 Local Government Public Holidays10 days of paid Personal Leave10 days of paid Pandemic Leave38 hours of paid Volunteer Emergency Services LeaveAdditional Allowances and Subsidies as per Attraction and Retention Policy*Salary Sacrificing for a range of benefitsLocal Club Membership SubsidiesGym Membership SubsidyAnnual Pass for Aquatic Centre*Subject to Corporate PolicyIt is not the intention of the position description to limit the scope or accountabilities of the position but to highlight the most important aspects of the position. The aspects mentioned above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role. A copy of the position description can be obtained by following this link: 77PDRETICULATION SPECIALISTFor further information about the role please telephone People and Culture Services on (08)or email apply for the position please submit your application by following the prompts below and clicking on Submit Application. Please ensure you provide an uptodate Resume and a Cover Letter that addresses the Essential and Desirable Criteria. Applications close 4pm on 19 January 2024.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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