About the Opportunity
At PMHC, every employee plays a key role in ensuring our community receives safe, reliable, and sustainable services. We are seeking a dedicated Team Leader Sewer Operations to lead and support our Sewer Operations team within Utilities Operations.
In this role, you will supervise and work alongside a small team delivering construction and maintenance works across Council’s sewer network. You will coordinate daily activities, support your team, and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* Certificate III in Wastewater Industry Operations (NWP30219), or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience
* Minimum 6 months’ experience in water and/or sewer operations
* Demonstrated experience supervising or leading a team
* Strong communication skills with the ability to support and guide team members
* Understanding of WHS requirements and the ability to ensure compliance
* Basic computer skills, including completing forms and using standard systems
* Ability to work outside normal hours, including participation in an after-hours on-call roster
* Current Driver Licence and White Card
On a typical day this role will:
* Lead and support the Sewer Operations team to deliver safe and efficient construction and maintenance works
* Plan and allocate daily tasks, ensuring work is completed to required standards and timeframes
* Conduct pre-start meetings and toolbox talks
* Work alongside the team undertaking operational duties as required
* Coordinate plant, equipment, materials and contractors
* Identify and report safety, training and performance issues
* Respond to operational incidents and emergencies
* Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental and Council requirements
* Communicate with the public to resolve enquiries and support positive outcomes
* Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice approaches
* Participate in the after-hours on-call roster and undertake work outside standard hours as required
Remuneration and Benefits
Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours per week with 9-day fortnight)
Starting salary of $77,704.38 to $86,975.22 per annum depending on skills and experience, plus 12% Super, on call allowance and sewer choke allowance.
This role qualifies for a Tool of Trade Vehicle.
Benefits
* Fortnightly RDO
* PPE provided
* Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
* Career development opportunities
* Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
* Long service leave after 5 years
* Generous employee assistance program
* Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
* Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Kye Taylor, Sewer Operations Coordinator on 02 6581 8600.
Interested in Applying?
Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.
You will find the position description when you apply for the role.
You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.
Applications Close: Sunday 10 May 2026 at 11:30pm
Notes :
Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.
Please upload documents in PDF format.
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