Work Type: Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Infrastructure & Utilities
Award & Level: Stream A, Level 8 = $122,064.87 - $135,818.90 per annum + superannuation
Are you skilled Engineer with strong experience in Water Network Infrastructure?
Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking an experienced Water Network Infrastructure Engineer to join their Water Utilities Team.
In this position, you will play a key role in providing engineering advice on critical water and sewerage network infrastructure which ensures the continuous water supply and wastewater collection across our region.
You will be responsible for scheduling and assisting in the management of operational crews; planning and modelling of water supply and wastewater networks; identification of project scopes to upgrade the water supply and wastewater networks; and undertaking analysis and concept design for water supply and wastewater network upgrades to support trunk infrastructure.
If you are a dedicated network engineering looking for your next career move, we want to hear from you
Please note: This role is required to participate in an on call rotating roster.
Your Expertise Will Support Council By
* Providing technical support around the coordination of planned and responsive maintenance work to the water and wastewater trunk and reticulation networks
* Developing and implementing planned maintenance, renewals and capital programs and continuous improvement of operations/processes
* Providing technical support for the network infrastructure in the Central Highlands Region
* Giving advice and/or assessing applications for new connections, building over assets, and other compliance and/or development issues
* Assisting with updating the asset management system and ensuring that correct data is being collected and integrated for future planning and asset valuation
* Developing maintenance schedules
* Assisting with financial operational budgets
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
* Demonstrated experience in a similar role including sound knowledge of water and wastewater network management
* Extensive working experience within the water and wastewater industry
* Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent in a technical field
* Excellent understanding of National Standard requirements
* An understanding of asset management integration with planned and responsive maintenance activities
* Ability to accurately collect, analyse and report on large volumes of data
* Capable of working autonomously and within a diverse technical team environment
Working For Central Highlands Regional Council Has Its Benefits
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include
* A generous superannuation scheme
* 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Corporate uniform allocation
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight or a 19-day month
* Subsidised Council Housing (subject to availability)
How To Apply
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
* A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
* Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the requirements process will be contacted regarding shortlisting.
Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.
The Pre-employment Checks Relevant To This Position Include
* Right to Work in Australia
* Medical Assessment
* Reference checks
* Qualifications Check
For a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team on 1300 242 686 or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 11th August 2025 at 12noon.
Applicants may be contacted and progressed prior to the closing date.
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