Team Leader - Wastewater Headworks
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
* Lead and coordinate the safe and compliant operation of Council's wastewater facilities
* Identify and analyse areas for improvement, make recommendations & resolve issues
* Develop and mentor a skilled operational team
COULD THIS BE YOU?
Do you have hands-on experience in the operation of water and wastewater headworks?
Do you have a proactive and solutions-focused mindset with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence?
Council is seeking an enthusiastic individual with significant experience to provide support for all water and wastewater headworks operations.
The Team Leader - Wastewater Headworks is responsible for:
* Supervision of the day to day operation and maintenance of Council's water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, rising mains and associated control systems.
* Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary operational team, including work planning, task allocation and on-site supervision.
* Ensure compliance with environment, workplace health and safety and organisational requirements
* Provide training, instruction and technical guidance to staff on the safe and effective use of plant and equipment
* Liaise with stakeholders regarding operational performance, incidents and improvement opportunities
* Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions to optimise plant performance
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
* Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations
* WHS General Induction Certificate for Construction Work
* Current Drivers Licence
* Immunisations (or willingness to undergo) Q-Fever, Hepatitis A&B, Tetanus
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU
For a confidential discussion, please contact Russell Lyne, Headworks Engineer on
Salary range: Grade 13 - $85,073 - $92,064 per annum plus 12% superannuation for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday 29 January 2026.
WHY IS IT 'WORTH' WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
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A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, 'Blueprint 100', drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours' drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours' drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you'd expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.