The following awards are presented annually at a TAS Super Interest Day. WIOA welcomes all members to nominate themselves for an award.
The completed applications are judged by an independent panel nominated by the Water Industry Operators Association of Australia (WIOA).
Nominations Close: Date TBC
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This is the most prestigious award presented to TasWater operations staff annually. The award is presented to operators of network systems, or water or wastewater treatment facilities to recognise excellent performance, initiative and all round attention to detail.
As award sponsor, TasWater invites all employees to nominate appropriate “operations staff” to be considered for the award.
Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration the nominees:
- Should be a WIOA Member
- Must be employed in an operational role in the Tasmanian water industry
- Should have direct responsibility for operational decisions for network systems or community water and wastewater treatment plants.
Assessment Criteria
The following features are taken into account in considering worthy recipients:
- Continuing education/training achievement;
- Overall plant or system management and condition;
- Demonstrated attention to work, Health and Safety and other regulatory responsibilities;
- Initiative and innovation, demonstrating improved treatment and efficiency
Prize
Each annual winner will receive:
- a framed certificate
- an all expenses paid opportunity to join the WIOA operator delegation on their annual trip to New Zealand for a study tour and to participate in the WIOG NZ operations conference.
Past Winners
This award, sponsored by TasWater is designed to provide encouragement to young water industry employees by recognising excellent performance, initiative and all round attention to detail.
As award sponsor, TasWater invites all employees to nominate appropriate “young operations staff” of network systems or water or wastewater treatment facilities to be considered for the Award.
Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration the nominees:
- Should be a WIOA Member
- Must be employed in an operational role in the Tasmanian water industry
- Must have been employed in the water industry for less than 5 years.
Assessment Criteria
Nominations are judged on the basis of submissions covering:
- Commitment to and demonstrating a strong OHS ethic in all work performed
- Commitment to undertaking training and then implementation of skills learned into the workplace
- Commitment to team work and following enterprise SOP’s etc.
- Commitment to meeting Corporation and regulatory requirements in the course of all work
- Demonstrated use of initiative or suggestions leading to efficiency or safety improvements
- Any other relevant industry based achievements.
The completed applications are judged by an independent panel nominated by the Water Industry Operators Association of Australia (WIOA) and the winner of the Tasmanian Young Operator of the Year Award will be announced at a TAS Super Interest Day.
Prize
Each annual winner will receive:
- a framed certificate
- an all expenses paid opportunity to join the WIOA operator delegation on their annual trip to New Zealand for a study tour and to participate in the WIOG NZ operations conference.
Past Winners
Honouring Tony Hourigan
Tony was a Life Member of WIOA, former board member and a well renowned Water Industry professional.
Tony was a champion to many young Operators across the country and in particular, throughout Tasmania. He was a colleague, supporter and mentor to countless Young Operators within the Australia Water Industry.
We are very proud to name the Tasmanian Operator of the Year, the Tony Hourigan Award.
Main Tapping Competition in TAS
Sponsored by Reece Civil + Viadux
The Water Main Tapping Competition originated in the Australian water industry in the late 1980’s. WIOA in conjunction with Reece Civil & Viadux is thrilled to deliver Main Tapping Competition at the annual TAS Super Interest Day.
A water main tapping is the point where the supply to a private property is connected to the water main. This process is conducted on a live water main, avoiding the need for a network shutdown that would then result in a water outage for the customers.
Entry requirements
To register for an upcoming event you will need:
- A name for your team (which includes the organisation you are representing)
- The names of the 2 competitors, and contact details
- The name and contact details of your approving authority
- Details of your preferred charity
Please note:
- Spots will be allocated on a first-in best-dressed basis as there are limited spots available.
- Travel and accommodation to and from the event is the responsibility of the entrants/ their employers
Prize
The winning team will receive an individual trophy and the opportunity to nominate a local charity to receive a donation of $1,000 from the Sponsors Reece Civil + Viadux.
They will also be invited to participate in the National competition, with flights, accommodation, transfers included.
Past Winners
Ixom Best Tasting Tap Water in Tasmania
Sponsored by IXOM
WIOA in conjunction with Reece Civil + Viadux is thrilled to deliver Main Tapping Competition across WIOA’s state-based conferences.
Entry requirements
- To participate in this competition, you must be a water provider that provides water to a community.
- Your sample needs to be collected from a customer tap within the network.
- You must be the last company that has treated that supply.
- You must not have been issued with a water quality breach notice for that water supply region within the previous 12-month period.
Prize
Winner will receive:
- An individual trophy to keep
- Co-branded signage to display at the winning water treatment plant
- An invitation to participate in the National Best Tasting Tap Water Competition at the end of the year
Past Winners
