Employment

Westernport Water is one of the largest employers in the South Gippsland region. We offer a variety of rewarding careers covering Operations and Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Customer Service, Information Technology, Public Relations, Business Analysis and various administrative roles. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and provide smoke free and environmentally friendly working conditions.

Westernport Water recognises that our employees are key to our ability to ensure we deliver all our services in an efficient and effective manner to all of our stakeholders. We therefore provide all of the necessary training and development to ensure that these capabilities are maintained and improved.  

The following employment opportunities are available at Westernport Water:

 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS

SUPPORT OFFICER

LONG TERM CONTRACT (UP TO 2 YEARS)

 

Westernport Water is seeking to employ a suitably experienced person to become part of the Corporation’s Information Technology Team. The Position of Systems Support Officer will assist with provision of front line support in the areas of information technology and communications, as well as assist with the development and implementation of key information technology projects and other major strategic business initiatives.

 

This position is offered at the Band 4 level of salary with a range of $40,859 up to $53,469 pa gross depending on qualifications and experience.

 

To be successful in this position you must be able to demonstrate:

 

  • Experience providing front line support of Information Technology and Communications infrastructure.
  • Broad knowledge of Information Technology products and systems including Microsoft Office products and Microsoft operating systems.
  • Effective communications skills
  • Effective project management skills
  • Experience in providing information technology related training
  •  Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to manage time effectively and achieve objectives within set timeframes and with available resources.

 

Interested applicants can download a position description by clicking on the link below or by contacting Danny West – Human Resources Officer on 5956 4147 or email dwest@westernportwater.com.au

 

Applications addressing the selection criteria and a resume should be forwarded to Danny West – Human Resources Officer, Westernport Water 2 Boys Home Road, Newhaven, Vic 3925 or email dwest@westernportwater.com.au by the close of business on the 8th July 2008.

 

Specific inquiries about this position should be directed to Peter Drummond – IT Manager on 5956 4116 or email prummond@westernportwater.com.au.

 

Westernport Water is an EEO employer and provides a smoke free environment.

 

Keith Gregory

Managing Director (acting)

 

Click here for opportunities with our IT department - IT Systems Support Officer (up to 2 year contract) - Closing 8th July 2008
 

FIELD MAINTENANCE – TEAM MEMBER

 

Westernport Water is seeking to employ a suitable person to become part of the Corporation’s, Assets Planning and Operations Team.

 

The position of Field Maintenance – Team Member is to be part of a team providing ongoing reactive and preventative services for the Corporation.

 

The position is offered at either an ENTRY LEVEL Broad Band 1 or Broad Band 2, subject to how well you meet the selection criteria, with an annual gross salary range of $33,756.84 to $40,859.00.

 

To be successful in this position you must be able to demonstrate:

  • Ability to maintain appropriate fitness levels sufficient to meet the physical requirements of the role;
  • Willingness to be part of a rostered and ad hoc after hours arrangement;
  • Basic verbal and written communication skills;
  • Demonstrated ability to be part of a team;
  • An understanding of Westernport Water’s water, sewer and other systems is desirable but not essential

 

Interested applicants can download a position description by clicking on the link below or by contacting Danny West – Human Resources Officer on 5956 4147 or email dwest@westernportwater.com.au

 

Applications addressing the selection criteria and a resume should be forwarded to Danny West – Human Resources Officer, Westernport Water 2 Boys Home Road, Newhaven, Vic 3925 or email dwest@westernportwater.com.au by the close of business on the 14th July 2008.

 

Specific inquiries about this position should be directed to Kevin Donahoo – Field Maintenance Manager on 5956 4184.

 

Westernport Water is an EEO employer and provides a smoke free environment.

 

Keith Gregory

Managing Director (acting)

 

Click here for opportunities with our Assets Planning and Operations department - Field Maintenance - TEAM MEMBER - Closing 14th July 2008