Trade Assistant | Water Industry Worker
Trade Assistant | Water Industry Worker
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Job Description
Whats on Offer
- Full-time 40 hours with 1 x RDO per month
- (Stand-by) on-call allowances
- Mon Fri: 7am 3:30pm ( OT where applicable)
- Tool of Trade Vehicle provided PPE and digital devices
- Opportunities to work on diverse infrastructure projects in a high-profile location
- We pride our services on delivering service excellence to the communities we live in.
- Access to VenPerks includes offers and discounts to leading brands
- Access to Ventia Academy includes training development and accelerated learning programs
- Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP Ventias Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.
About the Water Sector
Ventia Australia and New Zealands water sector requires ingenuity innovation and design to ensure it can meet the needs of communities into the future.
From the operation and management of bulk and retail water networks treatment plants pump stations desalination and catchment assets we provide asset inspection monitoring operations and maintenance and capital works delivery.
About the Position
Ventia is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Water Industry Worker to support operations at the Port of Brisbane and other key sites across South East Queensland. This role involves the servicing maintenance repair and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in the water industry and ideally holds relevant high-risk work licenses including excavator forklift and dogging.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Perform maintenance and minor construction on water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Operate and maintain mechanical and civil assets including valves hydrants pumps and pipelines.
- Safely operate plant and equipment including excavators and forklifts for trenching lifting and asset installation.
- Assist with dogging and rigging operations as required.
- Conduct inspections fault diagnosis and minor repairs.
- Record work activities using mobile devices and CMMS platforms.
- Ensure compliance with safety environmental and quality standards.
- Participate in standby and on-call rosters as required.
Required Skills and Experience
- Certificate II or III in Water Operations OR relevant experience in the water industry.
- Construction White Card.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence (MR/HR desirable).
- Experience in water wastewater or civil infrastructure maintenance.
- Basic computer literacy for digital work order management.
- Strong safety focus and ability to work in a team environment.
- Excavator ticket (RIIMPO320F or equivalent) highly desirable.
- Forklift High Risk Work Licence (LF) desirable
- Dogging High Risk Work Licence (DG) desirable
- Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights certifications (or willingness to obtain).
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand.
We pride ourselves on working smart safely and sustainably harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGTBQIA Women Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to Apply
Please click on the link below to submit your covering letter and resume.
Employment Type
Full-Time
