Capital Works Coordinator - Utilities

Byron Shire Council; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Education and training support

Annual salary reviews

Job summary

Byron Shire Council is seeking a Capital Works Coordinator - Utilities to lead the planning and delivery of the water and sewer capital works program in Byron Bay and surrounding areas. You will oversee multiple projects from planning through to construction, balancing budgets, schedules and quality while guiding a team of engineers and staff.

You will provide technical direction, manage procurement and contracts, and report on progress to the Utilities Manager.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience delivering water and sewer infrastructure projects from planning through to construction.
• Strong project and program management skills, including budgets, contracts, risks and reporting.
• The ability to lead and support a team while managing competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound knowledge of WHS, environmental and quality requirements in a construction environment.
• A current Drivers License and White Card

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of Council's water and sewer capital works program.
• Manage multiple infrastructure projects, monitoring scope, budgets, schedules, risks and delivery performance.
• Lead and support the Capital Works team, providing technical direction and coordinating priorities across the program.
• Prepare and manage tenders, quotations, contracts and procurement documentation for works, services and materials.
• Oversee consultants and contracts, including contract administration, site inspections and performance monitoring.
• Provide technical engineering advice to support the design and construction of water and sewer infrastructure.
• Develop project estimates, budgets and forecasts, and report on financial and program performance.
• Proactively identify project risks, issues and changes, developing practical solutions to keep delivery on track.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders and undertake community consultation to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure projects meet relevant WHS, environmental, legislative, quality and Council requirements.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Tools

GC21 contracts

MW21 contracts

Job description

About the opportunity

Take the lead in delivering critical water and sewer infrastructure for our community. As Capital Works Coordinator - Utilities, you'll lead the planning and delivery of Council's water and sewer capital works program, overseeing multiple projects from planning and procurement through to construction and completion. You'll combine engineering expertise with strong program, contract and people management skills to keep projects progressing safely, efficiently and within budget. Reporting to the Manager Utilities, you'll lead a team of engineering and project staff and work closely with contractors, consultants, internal teams, government agencies and the community to deliver high-quality infrastructure outcomes.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of Council's water and sewer capital works program.
• Manage multiple infrastructure projects, monitoring scope, budgets, schedules, risks and delivery performance.
• Lead and support the Capital Works team, providing technical direction and coordinating priorities across the program.
• Prepare and manage tenders, quotations, contracts and procurement documentation for works, services and materials.
• Oversee consultants and contracts, including contract administration, site inspections and performance monitoring.
• Provide technical engineering advice to support the design and construction of water and sewer infrastructure.
• Develop project estimates, budgets and forecasts, and report on financial and program performance.
• Proactively identify project risks, issues and changes, developing practical solutions to keep delivery on track.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders and undertake community consultation to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure projects meet relevant WHS, environmental, legislative, quality and Council requirements.

What we look for

We're looking for an experienced Civil Engineer or related engineering professional who can confidently lead a complex program of infrastructure projects while bringing people, budgets, contractors and competing priorities together.

• A degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience delivering water and sewer infrastructure projects from planning through to construction.
• Strong project and program management skills, including budgets, contracts, risks and reporting.
• The ability to lead and support a team while managing competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound knowledge of WHS, environmental and quality requirements in a construction environment.
• A current Drivers License and White Card

Highly regarded

• Experience working with GC21 and MW21 contracts.
• Interest in leadership and future progression opportunities.

We offer

• Full-time permanent position (35 hours per week / 9 day fortnight)
• Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $2,371.42 to $2,747.64 per 35 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience)
• You will also receive the 3.5% CLA allowance if applicable

Other benefits

• 12% Superannuation
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• Annual salary reviews and increases based on award conditions
• Education and training support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive salary packaging scheme
• MyLeave
• Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
• Fitness Passport
• Opportunity to work with an experienced and committed team!

Location: This position is based at our Depot in Byron Bay; however, Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

Contact: Jason Stanley- Acting Manager Utilities - 02 6685 9349.

Closing date: 6pm (NSW time), Wednesday 11 November 2026. Late applications will not be permitted.

Position Description: Download Capital Works Coordinator - Utilities PD here

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of our community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working – including part‑time, job‑share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it. We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.

Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation – we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

Pre-Employment Screening Process

• Reference Checks: Referees will preferably be your current or most recent supervisor and must be able to comment directly on your abilities in a work situation. If you have any objection to this action, your concerns should be raised in your application and be discussed with the Selection Panel.
• Functional Health Assessment: If applicable, the functional health assessment evaluates your physical and functional capacity against the physical demands necessary to safely perform the job for which you have applied.
• Background Screening: Background checks verify the information you have provided in your application, and where applicable, also check for relevant criminal history. Checks may also include, for example, a confirmation of your employment history, qualifications/tickets and working with children clearance.