Senior Water Engineer

(Hilltops region, permanent, full-time – 70 hours per nine-day fortnight)

- Play a key role in the management and future planning of essential water and sewer infrastructure across the Hilltops region.
- Attractive remuneration package between $123K and $136k p.a. + Civil Liability Allowance + 12% Super and entitlements under the Local Government State Award.
- Access to work vehicle or leaseback vehicle , professional development, and regular health & wellbeing initiatives.

As our Senior Water Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation of Council’s water and sewer systems while supporting the development and implementation of strategic plans, policies and projects that ensure reliable and sustainable service delivery throughout the region.

Working within the Water & Waste Division and reporting to the Manager Water & Waste, you will provide expert engineering advice, support regulatory compliance, contribute to infrastructure planning and asset management, and collaborate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.



You will play a critical role in ensuring Council’s water and sewer services are delivered safely, effectively and in accordance with legislative and environmental requirements.

If this sounds aligned to your current experience & you’re to prospect to make a lasting impact across the Hilltops region, we encourage you to apply.

Please refer to the attached position description & application form for details. If you require further details about the position, please contact Acting Director Infrastructure Jaime Dyhrberg, on 1300 445 ***.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 27 November 2026.

When applying please email a completed application form, a cover letter/email and ideally, your résumé to *@hilltops.nsw.gov.au, addressing applications to Jaime Dyhrberg, Acting Director Infrastructure.

Application forms are mandatory, or if you cannot complete the application form – you must address each selection criteria from the position description in your email.

hilltops.nsw.gov.au

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