Water Safety Management Supervisor

We currently have an opportunity for a Water Safety Management Supervisor tojoin our Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice team to help deliver key initiatives in the Water Safety Improvement Plan. Reporting toWater Safety Management Leadyoull help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.

Te Kōwhiringa The Opportunity

Downer holds a long-term Asset Management and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice. This involves the proactive management and delivery to the national portfolio of facilities including 15 prisons 100 courts and 157 community correctional sites. This contract underpins the provision of availability of facilities to support core Government services.

We are seeking a motivated and responsible professional to ensure the consistent delivery of safe high-quality drinking water that meets all regulatory and operational standards within the capabilities of our treatment plant and associated systems.

This role is responsible for maintaining compliance with the Drinking Water Quality Assurance Rules 2022 including conducting potable water sampling as required and ensuring all onsite potable water facilities and assets are effectively operated and maintained.

What Youll Do

This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:

• Operate and maintain all onsite potable water treatment facilities and associated assets

• Conduct potable water sampling and testing in accordance with regulatory requirements

• Ensure compliance with all relevant drinking water standards and internal procedures

• Maintain accurate detailed and timely records and compliance reports

• Implement proactive and preventative maintenance strategies

• Identify and escalate operational risks to ensure system integrity and public safety

• Support and train staff in water treatment processes and potable water system management

Business continuity is essential to the success of this role. Accordingly the successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility in working hours including availability to respond to operational call-outs outside standard business hours. Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines and operational requirements are critical to ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.

Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills

• National Certificate in Water Treatment (Level 4 or higher) and Class 1 Drivers Licence

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)

• Experience in potable water sampling data collection and compliance reporting/auditing

• Certified or experienced in chemical handling working at heights and confined space entry

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience engaging with the public

• Self-motivated team-oriented professional with strong risk awareness and a high level of responsibility

More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Ko wai mātou Our Organisation

At Downer we plan create and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Why you will enjoy working here

Were proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.

• With 30% of vacancies filled internally youll find real opportunities to advance your career.

• : healthcare discounts great savings on retail purchases car purchases and much more.

• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.

Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply
Click APPLY and please include your CV and copies of relevant licenses/qualification. The reference number for this role is 729771.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement please talk to our team.