THE JOB

Council is seeking an experienced water industry professional to coordinate, supervise, and lead the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and minor capital delivery of council’s potable water supply, wastewater (sewerage) networks, and associated treatment infrastructure ensuring safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant service delivery while managing field staff, contractors, and regulatory obligations.

You are a capable people leader who can effectively identify and mobilise resources, motivate teams, build capability and foster a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement. You understand the importance of balancing service delivery, compliance, risk management and customer expectations and your communication and stakeholder engagement skills enable you to build effective working relationships across all levels of an organisation and with external partners.

THE LOCATION

Snowy Valleys Council is a scenic and heritage rich local government area located in the South-West Slopes region of New South Wales. The LGA spans 8959 km2 with approximately 15,000 residents living in a number of vibrant and unique towns, villages and rural properties. It is a perfect location for families and those seeking a tree-change to a more relaxed and affordable lifestyle whilst still having access to a wide range of leisure options, shopping, education and employment.

THE BENEFITS

- Permanent Full-Time position of 76 hrs per fortnight, with a salary range of $3,727.94 to $4,195.90 per fortnight (gross) plus 12% superannuation. Salary offered within the range will be negotiated based on qualifications, skills and experience.
- Council vehicle under a leaseback arrangement
- Generous leave entitlements including access to long service leave after 5 years, flexible paid and unpaid parental leave options and the new five day ‘My Leave’ provision
- Versatile work options including 9-day fortnight
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
- Remote area salary sacrificing options available.

SELECTION CRITERIA Please address how you meet each of the selection criteria below:

Essential

1. Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations,



or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through experience.
2. Extensive experience in the operation, maintenance, and fault-finding of potable water distribution networks and wastewater/sewerage collection and treatment systems.
3. Demonstrated ability to understand and apply asset management principles and practices in relation to inspections, intervention levels and maintenance actions.
4. Demonstrated ability to implement a works program through the effective mobilisation and supervision of employees and resources across multiple projects.
5. Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and develop diverse field-based operational teams, including assigning tasks, managing performance, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
6. Demonstrated ability to oversee, monitor, and manage external contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to technical specifications.
7. Sound understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks, including environmental protection licenses (EPA guidelines), Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG), and public health requirements.
8. Current Class C drivers’ licence.

Desirable

1. Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
2. Previous local government experience

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on Council’s website in the ‘Careers with Council’ section. Select this position from the available vacancies in ‘Current Opportunities’ and then click on the ‘Apply’ button and follow the process. When you are finished your application click ‘submit’ and you will receive an email to confirm that it has been submitted.

CLOSING DATE Please apply by Tuesday 24th November at 5.00pm

FURTHER INFORMATION For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Manager Utilities, Open Space and Facilities,



Brad Beed on [0427 955 876](tel:0427 955 876).

For information relating to the recruitment process please contact Council’s People and Culture Team by email at [email protected].

CONDITIONS

- Snowy Valleys Council is currently subject to a proposed de-amalgamation process which is expected to result in the establishment of two successor Councils effective from 1 July 2028.In event of de-amalgamation all employee positions, functions, and work areas will be allocated to a successor council, and employment will be transferred to that successor council in accordance with any applicable legislation, industrial instrument, government direction, or approved transition arrangements without requirement to apply for the transferred position. In the event of a transfer and consistent with provisions of Part 5, Chapter 11, Local Government Act 1993, all entitlements will be preserved including recognition of continuity of service and transfer of accrued leave.
- Council is an equal employment opportunity employer and we are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process please contact our People and Culture team via email [email protected] and our team will contact you to discuss how we can support you with your needs.
- Council is a Child Safe Organisation and we are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures.
- Council has a non-smoking in the workplace policy and operates a random drug and alcohol testing program.

📌 Coordinator Utilities - Works (Tumut)
🏢 Snowy Valleys Council
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