Technical Support Officer - Water, Waste & Sewer

About the Role

We have an exciting new opportunity to join our Water, Waste and Sewer teams in an administration role, providing administration support to the Managers and Team Members. The primary purpose of this position is to:

• Provide technical and administrative support to the Manager Waste, Water and Sewer and team members so that accurate and timely data can inform operational performance (including regulatory reporting) and strategic planning for future asset management.  
• Contribute to the customer service outputs of the waste and water cycle teams including work health and safety and continuous improvements.

To view the full core requirements for the position, please review the Position Description.

About You 

The ideal candidate will have experience in municipal water, sewer and solid waste management and knowledge of local government and other legislation as well as policies and practices related to municipal water, sewer and solid waste service provision. 

High level customer service skills and the ability to form strong professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders is essential.

What We Offer You 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Council in a permanent position.

With a diverse range of services, you won’t be bored day to day - you’ll enjoy variety and an interesting scope of work.

You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and social environment where every team member is committed to pitching in and helping each other in order for everyone to succeed.

In return for your hard work and dedication, Council is offering a competitive commencing salary of between $65,832 and $75,707 (plus superannuation), negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.

You will also have access to a range of benefits and great conditions including:

• Flexible working arrangements will be considered for the successful candidate, including compressed working agreements (9-day fortnight).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Annual legislated Award Increases
• Long service leave after 5 years' continuous service (with the ability to transfer sick and long service leave entitlements to other NSW Councils!)
• Employee Recognition Program

About Uralla Shire Council

Uralla Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.

How to Apply:

Please read up on our recruitment process by clicking Here

• Please complete your application below.
• On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and any supporting documentation.
• We recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready.
• Once you have submitted your application, you should receive email acknowledgement that it has been received. If you do not receive this acknowledgement, please check your junk or spam boxes and contact hr@uralla.nsw.gov.au
• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.

 Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.