Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a current lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here

What you need to know...

- permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnight
- the package: $75,649 to $90,213 plus superannuation per annum
- location: South Grafton, NSW
- flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
- enjoy the benefits of flex time
- access to fitness passport

About the role

Clarence Valley Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Technical Officer (Floodplain) to join our Water Cycle Team. This role involves conducting investigations and providing technical support for floodplain operations, maintenance, and capital works projects, including levee wall systems, flood gates, weirs, and pump stations.

Key Responsibilities





- Plan and deliver floodplain capital works, maintenance, and operations programs, ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental, and quality standards.
- Provide technical advice and support on environmental, WHS, and construction matters related to floodplain infrastructure.
- Conduct site inspections, prepare reports, cost estimates, and recommend maintenance or construction options.
- Manage procurement and hire of plant, labour, materials, and services within budgetary limits, monitoring expenditure closely.
- Assist in managing floodgate/drain operations, including volunteer training and development of management plans.
- Support grant application processes and management for government funding.
- Act as Alternate Supervisor during flood events, preparation, and recovery in accordance with Council's Flood Manual.

What We're Looking For

- Experience in floodplain management, asset maintenance, and capital works project delivery.
- Strong knowledge of WHS and environmental compliance.
- Ability to manage budgets, procurement, and contractor coordination efficiently.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Contact

Uriah Makings, Senior Coast & Estuary Officer on 02 6645 0***

Closing date

Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information

This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

A probation period applies to this position.

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

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📌 Technical Officer (Floodplain) (Grafton)
🏢 Clarence Valley Council
📍 Grafton