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Overview
Work History
Education
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Richard Robinson

Chinchilla,QLD

Summary

Dynamic, skilled water/wastewater treatment operator professional with over 14 years of extensive experience in water and wastewater treatment. Familiar with membrane filters and trickling filters. Competent in all areas of computer work. Proven expertise in data analysis, team leadership, and ensuring compliance. Mechanically minded. Skilled in managing workplace safety and the environment. Great communicator with customers and sales representatives. Dedicated and loyal employee.

Currently acting Senior Treatment Operator.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acting Senior Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Western Downs Regional Council
Chinchilla, QLD
12.2024 - Current
  • Supervising 3 staff and overlooking operations of 3 treatment plants.
  • Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
  • Inspected grounds around plant area for debris that could interfere with normal operations or affect water quality.
  • Trained new personnel on safe work practices associated with operating a water and wastewater treatment facility.
  • Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as filter backwashing and cleaning tanks according to scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
  • Operated valves, pumps, blowers, and aeration systems to control the flow and processing of water and wastewater.
  • Prepared monthly reports summarizing plant performance against set goals and objectives.
  • Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Provided technical guidance to staff members assigned to assist in the operation of the plant.
  • Maintained records of process operations including flows rates, chemical dosages, test results, maintenance activities and other relevant data.
  • Supervised work periodically to support upper management, created and assigned work orders and monitored overall plant operation.

Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Western Downs Regional Council
Chinchilla, QLD
12.2018 - 01.2025
  • Inspected grounds around plant area for debris that could interfere with normal operations or affect water quality.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
  • Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
  • Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
  • Trained new personnel on safe work practices associated with operating a wastewater treatment facility.
  • Maintained records of process operations including flows rates, chemical dosages, test results, maintenance activities and other relevant data.
  • Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
  • Operated valves, pumps, blowers and aeration systems to control flow and processing of wastewater.
  • Investigated operational problems related to process control systems or mechanical components within the system.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as filter backwashing and cleaning tanks according to scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
  • Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
  • Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.

Operator in Charge Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Oberon Council
Oberon, NSW
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained production and quality documentation.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Monitor and record data, use daily system logs to document production information, and discuss issues with management.
  • I worked directly with the DPI, EPA, NSW Health, reports, and inspections.
  • Prepared reports and documents for senior management.
  • Obtained relevant certificates required.
  • Created an annual work roster.
  • Participate in planning upgrades to improve plant operations.

Permanent Operator Water/Wastewater Operator

Oberon Council
Oberon, NSW
07.2011 - 01.2015
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.

Relief Operator Water/Wastewater Operator

Oberon Council
Oberon, NSW
05.2010 - 07.2011
  • Followed standard operating procedures for efficient operation of equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with other team members regarding progress on various tasks throughout the shift.
  • Cleaned up spills or messes as needed in order to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to stay informed about any changes or updates to policies.

Traffic Controller, Parks & Garden, Plumbing Gang

Oberon Council
Oberon, NSW
02.2003 - 05.2010
  • Inspected traffic control devices such as signs, signals and pavement markings for proper installation and visibility.
  • Directed traffic flow and monitored intersections to ensure the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Utilized two-way radios for communication between dispatchers or other field personnel concerning changes in traffic conditions due to accidents or inclement weather.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, pruning trees and shrubs, watering plants, raking leaves, picking up litter.
  • Inspected grounds daily to identify potential hazards or damages caused by weather or vandalism.
  • Plumbing reticulation system.
  • Road gang roller operator.

Customer Sales Assistant

Mitre 10
Oberon, NSW
02.1995 - 02.2003
  • Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner.
  • Operated a cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • I cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
  • Welcomed customers into the store, and helped them locate items.
  • Answered customer telephone calls in an appropriate manner.
  • Provided detailed product information to customers.
  • Priced merchandise, stocked shelves, and took inventory of supplies.
  • Carried out customer deliveries in a timely manner.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oberon High School
Oberon, NSW
12-1995

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Computer literate
  • Data entry
  • Skilled in Citect SCADA, Excel, and Civica
  • Report writing
  • Raise purchase orders
  • Check and finalize invoices
  • Water/wastewater sampling and testing parameters
  • Risk management processes
  • Chemical handling
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Staff training
  • Self-motivated
  • Mechanically minded
  • Health and safety conscious
  • Water quality monitoring
  • Team supervision
  • Problem solving
  • Operational troubleshooting

Affiliations

  • Loving family man with a wife and 4 children
  • Spending quality time with my family
  • Keen fisherman
  • Enjoy boating and kayaking
  • Love four-wheel driving
  • Camping and outdoor activities
  • Sports fan, V8 Supercars, football, soccer, and F1's
  • Restoring and maintaining cars
  • Gardening

Certification

  • Induction training for construction work, WHS White Card
  • Certificate 3 in water operations (extra units undertaken)
  • NSW Office of Water's Part 1 Chemical Dosing, Part 2 Water Treatment Operations
  • NSW Office of Water, Part 1: Wastewater Treatment, Part 2: Advanced Treatment
  • Certificate of participation for Module BSBADM307B, Organising schedules, as part of BSB30412, Certificate 3 in Business Administration
  • Certificate of participation for Module BSBITU402A, develop and use complex spreadsheets, as part of BSB30412 Certificate III in Business Administration
  • Certificate of participation for Module BSBITU402A, produce spreadsheets as part of BSB30412, Certificate III in Business Administration
  • Certificate of attendance for manual handling and back care
  • Certificate of attendance for the supervisors and manager's course
  • Certificate of attendance for the Supervisors Series conducted by local government, NSW
  • Statement of attainment for NWPGEN007: sample and test drinking water
  • Statement of attainment for NWPTRT053: operate and control UV processes
  • Statement of attainment in entering and working in confined spaces as part of Certificate II in resource processing
  • ChemCert AQF Level 3 course
  • Forklift License
  • Attainment for Inspect and Clean Machinery AHCB10203

References

  • Phil Andrews

Treatment Operator 0475007505

  • Anthony Schrag

Utilities Treatment Co-ordinator 0417594814

Timeline

Acting Senior Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Western Downs Regional Council
12.2024 - Current

Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Western Downs Regional Council
12.2018 - 01.2025

Operator in Charge Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Oberon Council
01.2015 - 12.2018

Permanent Operator Water/Wastewater Operator

Oberon Council
07.2011 - 01.2015

Relief Operator Water/Wastewater Operator

Oberon Council
05.2010 - 07.2011

Traffic Controller, Parks & Garden, Plumbing Gang

Oberon Council
02.2003 - 05.2010

Customer Sales Assistant

Mitre 10
02.1995 - 02.2003

High School Diploma -

Oberon High School

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