Take Walcha's water, waste and urban services from reactive to strategic, and build the plans that shape the community's future.
Market-competitive salary starting from $120,000, plus 12% superannuation, allowances and relocation support.
Lead three coordinators, with direct exposure to Council's Director, GM and Councillors.
Welcome to Walcha Council
Walcha Council, small Council, big opportunities.
Walcha is a small regional council with a big geographic footprint and a strong sense of who it is.
What sets it apart is how it works as much as what it delivers.
Staff regularly go beyond what's expected, whether that's delivering wraparound services across every stage of life or taking care of the small, practical things that matter to people.
It's a place where people step in, take ownership and get things done.
It's also a council on the move.
Several senior leaders have joined in the past 6 to 12 months with a clear mandate to strengthen capability, modernise systems and lift how Council operates and presents itself.
This isn't an organisation standing still, and you'll be part of shaping what comes next.
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Build the Blueprint
Clean water, reliable waste collection, streets that work: your job is to keep them running and plan for what's next.
Walcha Council is seeking a full‐time Manager Urban & Utilities in Walcha, NSW, reporting to the Director of Infrastructure & Development.
You'll lead three coordinators across water, waste and urban services, and build the asset management and forward planning the function has never had.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Leading and mentoring three coordinators across water,



waste and urban services
Developing long‐term asset management and refurbishment plans
Preparing statutory reports, business cases and correspondence for Council
Managing budgets, contracts and tenders for maintenance and capital works
Building strong relationships with contractors, government agencies and the community
Balancing strategic planning with hands‐on operational oversight
Representing Council on infrastructure matters with the Director, GM and Councillors
What You'll Bring to the Table
To qualify, you'll need tertiary qualifications in civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or a related discipline, experience managing water, wastewater and/or waste services.
The following will be highly valued:
Qualifications in Project Management, Leadership or Asset Management
Knowledge of environmental legislation relating to waste and water supply
Membership of a relevant professional organisation
A broad understanding of water, waste and urban services
Technical expertise matters, but leadership makes the difference.
You're a hands‐on manager who builds capability in your team, stays composed under public scrutiny, and makes sound calls when every priority feels urgent.
The Rewards of the Role
You'll receive a competitive salary starting from circa $120,000 depending on your skills and experience, plus 12% superannuation and allowances.
You'll also enjoy:
A fully maintained vehicle with private use option, plus fuel card, phone and tablet
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000, plus temporary share‐house accommodation
An RDO every third week
Genuine scope to shape strategy alongside Council's leadership
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📌 Manager Urban & Utilities (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales