Description
* Permanent / Full Time
* Salary: $99,775 - $113,318 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
* 38 hours per week (Monday to Sunday) with a 9-day fortnight
* Leaseback available
* Located at Shoalhaven Water Flinders Depot
About The Role
This role will supervise, monitor and control the operations and maintenance of the Shoalhaven Water Treatment System to Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) standards. This includes:
* Supporting and managing the day‐to‐day operations of the Water Treatment Team staff, finances and assets.
* Ensuring processes, systems and protocols are in place for the Water Treatment Operations compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies.
* Ensuring all operational and maintenance risks are managed in accordance with Council's enterprise risk management system.
Being available to be on‐call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.
About You
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field of study (Australian Qualifications Framework Certificate V), e.g. Water Treatment and System Operation, Civil, Chemical, Chemistry or relevant discipline/experience.
* Current NSW First Aid Certificate.
* Current NSW SafeWork Confined Spaces Entry Certificate.
* Fluoridation Plant Operators Certificate.
* Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.
* Current Class C Driver's Licence.
* Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa).
Benefits
* Generous leave entitlements
* Long Service Leave after 5 years
* Option of flexitime for indoor staff
* 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
* Flexible and remote working arrangements
* Novated lease arrangements available
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
* Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies.
Applications Close
Sunday, 10 May 2026 (at midnight)
Contact
Daniel Price – Water Operations Manager – (02) 4421 1707
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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