Coordinator Water and Sewer Networks (10202)

Job No: CHR623
Location: Emerald

Department: Infrastructure & Utilities

Employment Type:  Permanent Full Time

Location: Emerald

Salary: Stream A, Level 7 - 8: $107,145.95 - $128,191.75 + Superannuation + $5k Attraction Incentive + Overtime + On Call Allowances + Subsided Council Housing

Are you an experienced leader looking for your next opportunity? 

Central Highlands Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a Coordinator to join and lead the dedicated Water & Sewer Networks team which allows you to use your expertise to provide support and mentor the teams, monitor annual budgets, prepare high-level reports, conduct procurement activities and ensure overall compliance within the network operations. You will also coordinate the planned and responsive day-to-day activities of the network team to ensure the reliability of Council's water distribution and sewer collection networks located across our region.  

In this role, you will support the organisation by:

  • Ensuring the ongoing operation of the network infrastructure
  • Using your existing leadership capabilities to motivate a network team to achieve high quality outcomes
  • Planning, coordinating and scheduling daily maintenance activities across the crews
  • Procuring goods and services to support daily activities
  • Leading and fostering a positive and safety focused culture
  • Participating in an on call rotating roster
  • Leading, mentoring and developing a positive work culture that thrives for continuous improvement
  • Contribute to forward planning for planning maintenance and renewals programs.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

  • QBCC Occupational Plumber and Drainer Licence or tertiary qualification in Engineering or suitable alternative qualification
  • QLD C Class Drivers Licence
  • General Construction Induction Card (white card)
  • Proven leadership and supervisory skills including mentoring and developing a diverse team.
  • Significant experience and knowledge of water and wastewater network management 
  • Experience in network maintenance scheduling and data collection with an emphasis on regulatory reporting
  • Extensive demonstrated technical skills and knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems including maintenance techniques
  • Competency in a wide range of Microsoft programs

If you are highly experienced in coordinating network maintenance and looking for an exciting new opportunity, then we want to hear from you!

Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

We value your experience and will pay you a $5k Attraction Incentive upon the successful completion of your probation and will also assist you by exploring Council housing options if you are relocating to our region.

Benefits include:

  • A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.25% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight 
  • Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
  • Subsidised Council Housing (subject to availability)
  • $5k Attraction Incentive paid upon successful completion of probation
  • Corporate uniform allocation
  • Wages paid fortnightly
  • Employee Assistance Program

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

Please download and review the position description.

To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:

  • A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position 
  • Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position

Applications who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting assessment.

Pre-employment Checks

To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

  • Right to Work in Australia
  • Medical Assessment
  • Reference checks
  • Qualifications Check

For a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team on 1300 242 686 or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.

Applications close: Monday 29th April 2024 @ 8am.

Please note: Applicants may be contacted and progressed through the recruitment prior to closing date.

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Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.