• Protect and support our community’s investment in infrastructure.

• Work in our brand-new building and laboratory in the heart of the CBD.

• Permanent, full-time position working within a dedicated team determined to raise the bar.

  What the job involves

  You’ll enjoy a varied role that contributes to the protection of the environment and the community’s investment in infrastructure by monitoring and enforcing Council’s bylaws within our 3 waters activities (drinking water, wastewater and stormwater). You will monitor and sample water, wastewater and stormwater systems and complete thorough reports of such activities.

  In conjunction with other team members, you will operate and maintain the Laboratory to a high standard in accordance with approved procedures. You will monitor and enforce the water supply, conduct regular audits and investigate and report on non-compliance issues. You will also provide support in the administration and management of Council’s Utility Operations and Maintenance Contract for Water, Wastewater and Stormwater.

  For more information about this position, please read the position description (https://www.ashburtondc.govt.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/94143/20240413-Position-Description-3-Waters-Compliance-Officer.pdf) .

  Who we are looking for

  You’ll have a thorough understanding of sampling procedures along with analysis, reporting and laboratory experience. Ideally good working knowledge of Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand plus a sound understanding of relevant consent processes and legislation. You’ll need to be approachable and proactive, with a real want to succeed in this role. Like us, you’ll be committed to providing a high level of service and you’ll be a master at multitasking.

  You will be comfortable working flexible hours, including weekend work when required to perform water testing and respond to emergency events. Ideally you will have completed a relevant trade waste or sampling qualification or course and will also have an understanding of or experience in commercial or industrial waste discharge.

  What we can offer you

• Brand new Library and Civic Centre building in the heart of the CBD.

• Great organisational culture and a supportive team environment.

• Flexible work options and market pay

• Professional development opportunities

• Health, wellness, and service recognition benefits

• Birthday leave and the ability to purchase additional leave

  Plus, many more you can view on our Website (https://www.ashburtondc.govt.nz/work-for-us/benefits) !

  A bit about us

Ashburton District Council is proud to provide services and support to a growing community of over 33,000 people. Our district spans the large area between the Rakaia to the Rangitata Rivers and from the sea up to the Alps. We have a diverse and passionate workforce with over 300 employees spanning all Council activities and we are dedicated to delivering only the best to our community.

If this sounds like your ideal role, then we’d love to hear from you.

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