Potable Water Officer
About the Business
- Job security & long term stability with a Tier 1 Mining Asset
- Be part of a growing operation, great operational culture and team environment
- Located in the award winning Mudgee Region
We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia.
Moolarben Coal mine is Australia’s largest thermal coal producer and has both Underground and Open cut operations producing over 21 million tpa. It has over 800 employees with employees residing in the beautiful Mudgee area, with all the facilities for a fantastic family lifestyle.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities
Moolarben Coal Operations are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Potable Water Officer to join the team. As we enter an exciting period of expansion and change, we are embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of the operation. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service that we provide.
In support of Moolarben Coal Operations focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, the newly created role of Potable Water Officer is pivotal in ensuring the ongoing development and implementation of best-practice drinking water quality processes that ensure we meet customer expectations and regulatory obligations. This results in a multi-faceted position that blends field sampling, technical analysis, chemical dosing, minor maintenance works, stakeholder engagement and data entry. It will suit someone who enjoys combining office-based work with field-based tasks and who can confidently interpret and apply drinking water regulations and quality standards in a practical, operational environment.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Complete the monitoring, dosing, flushing, sampling and emergency response of potable systems across the complex
- Assist as required in the production and distribution of potable water for circulation across the complex
- Accurately complete SAP maintenance requirements and any other electronic or manual data documents as they relate to the potable water systems and associated infrastructure
- Monitor potable water operations and trends and escalate abnormal trends or concerns to the Water Supervisor
- Undertake maintenance, record keeping and inspection/reporting to effectively maintain potable water operations
- Support the monitoring of potable water inventories for chemicals, consumables and spares
- Work cohesively & participate as an active team member of the Water team
- Develop, improve and follow operational practices to ensure the safe and compliant distribution and storage of potable water
- Work with the Water Supervisor, Water Superintendent and other technical experts in the identification and resolution of complex or unusual potable water-based issues
- Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and addressing evolving needs and issues
- Develop, improve and follow operational practices to maximise potable water efficiency and ensure the safe and compliant production and distribution of potable water
- Carry out any other tasks across the water portfolio as requested
Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria
- Previous experience working with aspects of Water Quality Management Systems (Quality Assurance Plans, drinking water management plans etc.) and/or Maintenance Management Systems (SAP etc.)
- Strong knowledge of water quality requirements as they relate to potable water
- Recognised proficiency with chemical handling, storage, and dosing systems
- Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical hazards
- Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to interpret analytical and other data to inform corrective actions and process improvement initiatives
- A current Driver’s Licence
Desirable Criteria
- Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or relevant experience in potable water works
- An understanding of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
- Sound working knowledge of scientific field and laboratory equipment and techniques
- Possess relevant experience with the use of computers including in the use of computer monitoring systems
- Experience operating light vehicles within an open cut mining environment
Benefits
Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:
- Salary continuance and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Subsidised private health insurance
- Fitness Passport - discounted workplace health and fitness program
- Study assistance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to financial education and banking discounts
- Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits
- Service recognition rewards
- Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
Yancoal values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.
If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.
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