Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations - Water Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 38 hours/week) Salary Range: $110,072 - $117,497 per annum + super Location: Townsville Application Close: 11:45pm, Sunday 1 November **** About the Role As a Team Leader Wastewater Treatment, you will lead the day-to-day operations of Council's wastewater treatment plants, ensuring safe, reliable and compliant treatment services for the Townsville community.
Reporting to the Senior Wastewater Engineer, you will oversee plant operations, maintenance activities and operational performance while ensuring compliance with environmental licences, quality standards and legislative requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about developing high-performing teams.
You will provide leadership, coaching and technical guidance to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators, coordinate maintenance and contractor activities, monitor operational performance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across Council's wastewater treatment network.
As a key member of the Wastewater Operations team, you will play a critical role in protecting the environment, maintaining essential infrastructure, and delivering reliable services that support a growing city.
About you: You are a proactive and people-focused leader with experience in wastewater treatment operations, process management, or a similar operational environment.
You have a strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes, regulatory compliance requirements and workplace safety, combined with the ability to lead teams, coordinate resources and solve complex operational challenges.
With strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, you can effectively liaise with staff, contractors, consultants and regulatory authorities while fostering a positive, accountable and safety-focused team culture.
You are highly organised, capable of balancing competing priorities,



and committed to continuous improvement and service excellence.
To be successful in this role, you will bring: Certificate III in Wastewater Treatment or equivalent experience.
Certificate IV in Frontline Management, leadership qualification, or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including mentoring, coaching and performance management.
Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants.
Strong understanding of environmental, safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience coordinating maintenance activities, contractors and operational resources.
Well-developed problem-solving, planning and decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage a broad range of stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational systems such as SCADA.
A commitment to workplace safety, continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery.
For further information review the Position Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We're committed to supporting our people through a solid focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment: 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable)



Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program * The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Joe Contact Email: ****** (for position enquiries only) How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.
Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role.
We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
For further information review the Position Description.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone ************ for a confidential discussion.
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📌 Team Leader Wastewater Treatment (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
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