Job Description

Senior Engineer - Water and Wastewater Design n

Help shape the future of Tweed's water and wastewater infrastructure. Lead the design of essential water and sewerage projects, delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that support a growing community.

About the role: n

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- Lead the planning, design and delivery of new water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Tweed Shire.
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- Provide specialist engineering expertise in hydraulic, water supply and sewerage system design, ensuring best-practice outcomes.
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- Act as Council's principal technical advisor and key point of reference for complex water and wastewater engineering matters.
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- Coordinate internal teams, consultants and stakeholders to progress projects through planning, approvals and design phases.
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- Represent Council as an expert witness when required and provide trusted advice on policy, standards and regulatory compliance.
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What's on offer: nn
- a base salary ranging from $139,175 per annum with competency-based increments up to $154,647 per annum, plus 12% super
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- a permanent, full-time position
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- 70-hour, 9 day fortnight
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- Vehicle options available: fully maintained leaseback vehicle for work and personal use (employee contribution applies)
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- training and development opportunities
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- flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
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- generous employment conditions (we have too many to list -for more)
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We are seeking: nn
- A qualified Civil Engineer with a degree in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in water and wastewater engineering.
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- Proven expertise in the design, delivery and management of water supply and sewerage infrastructure projects within a local government or similar environment.
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- Strong leadership skills with experience managing, mentoring and supporting technical staff and project teams.
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- Sound knowledge of water and wastewater operations, including the maintenance and performance of network infrastructure.
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- Demonstrated understanding of water treatment and sewage treatment processes,



operations and control systems.
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- Comprehensive knowledge of NSW water and sewerage legislation, regulations, standards and industry best practice.
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- Experience in water and sewerage planning, project budgeting, cost estimation and the use of engineering software such as AutoCAD and hydraulic modelling tools.
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About us: nn
- Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
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- The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
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- Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to versatile work options.
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- Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
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Where it's located: n

This position is based in Tweed Heads and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes: n

Friday 02 October 2026 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.

Pre-Employment Screening: n

Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process.

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Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:

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- Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment,



and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
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- Background screening – verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.
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Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.

Selection Criteria: n

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- Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?
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- Do you hold a Bachelor of Civil Engineering
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- Describe your experience in the design and delivery of water supply and sewerage infrastructure projects. Include examples of relevant projects and your role.
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- Outline your experience working within a local government or similar engineering environment, including design, construction, contract administration, and asset management activities.
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- Provide an example of your experience leading, supervising, or mentoring staff and project teams.
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- Describe your knowledge and experience of water and wastewater operations, including water treatment and sewage treatment processes, and your application of relevant NSW legislation, standards, and industry best practice.
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- Outline your experience in water and sewerage planning, project budgeting, cost estimation, and the use of engineering software such as AutoCAD and hydraulic modelling tools.
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Desirable: nn
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of water supply and sewerage mechanical and electrical systems.
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- Knowledge of structural and geotechnical engineering principles as they apply to local government infrastructure and asset management.
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SK97188A

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OFFICE USE ONLY

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UnitWater and Wastewater - Business and AsetsJob GradeJG 9IndustryWater and Wastewater - Business and AsetsEmployment TypeFull time

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