Nowra, New South Wales
Full-time
Description
Permanent / Full Time
Salary: $105,927 - $120,707 gross p.a. plus 12% Super plus Civil Liabilities Allowance
35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
Located at Shoalhaven Water, South Nowra Depot
Leaseback Vehicle included
Applications close: Thursday, 19 March 2026 (at midnight)
About The Role
This role provides essential support to Shoalhaven Water's Operations team, delivering electrical project engineering, asset management, and maintenance planning for water and wastewater infrastructure. The position is responsible for managing and supporting electrical assets, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies, preparing cost estimates for infrastructure works, offering expert electrical engineering advice, and coordinating consultants and contractors involved in electrical projects. This includes:
Prepare Electrical Engineering designs including investigation, drawings, specifications, costing, reports, and associated documents.
Provide quality electrical consultancy and engineering services to internal and external customers including but not limited to:
Preparation of electrical tender and contract documentation
Detailed electrical design, including preparation of drawings and specifications and scope of work documentation.
Preparation and/or review of scheduled maintenance and repair programs
Management and supervision of contracts and minor projects relating to provision of electrical services and other contracts as required.
Supervises and supports a work group within the Council to enable Council to function at an optimal level.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 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
To be successful in the position, you will have:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognised experience.
High level knowledge of best practice in asset utilisation and asset maintenance, including Australian Standards and legislation
Class C Driver's Licence.
Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
Demonstrated experience in
Project Management.
Contract Management and Contract Administration including the management of consultants and
The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail oriented electrical engineering professional with strong problem solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while ensuring high standards of safety and compliance.
How To Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on
Applications Close: Thursday, 19 March 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Allan Gilkes - Manager - Water Operations & Maintenance
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits Include
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
At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.
We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.
As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.
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