Coordinator Catchments And Waterways

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Council Jobs in Sydney seeks a strategic Coordinator Catchment & Waterways to lead catchment management, flood risk, waterways, stormwater and coastal planning.

You will manage a high‑performing technical team, develop long‑term strategies, support sustainable infrastructure decisions, and coordinate multiple stakeholders to build resilience across the Sutherland Shire and beyond.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Water Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Experience in catchment, waterways, floodplain, stormwater or coastal management.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience developing strategies, plans, business cases and funding submissions.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear and practical advice.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of technical specialists.
• Drive the development and delivery of catchment, floodplain, stormwater and coastal management strategies and programs.
• Provide expert advice on flood risk, waterways, water quality and coastal processes.
• Develop business cases, funding applications and strategic investment proposals.
• Coordinate technical studies, consultants and multi-disciplinary stakeholder groups.
• Support evidence-based decision making through data analysis, risk assessments and long-term planning.
• Build strong relationships with government agencies, community groups and industry partners.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Civil/Environmental Engineering or related

Job description

Lead flood resilience. Protect our waterways. Shape a more sustainable future.

We're seeking an experienced Coordinator Catchment & Waterways to lead Council's strategic approach to catchment management, flood risk, waterways, stormwater and coastal planning.

Reporting to the Strategic Asset Manager, you'll lead a specialist team responsible for developing long-term strategies, managing environmental and flooding risks, and supporting sustainable infrastructure and land-use decisions across the Sutherland Shire.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to influence how Council responds to some of its most important environmental and community challenges.

As Coordinator Catchment & Waterways, you will:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of technical specialists.
• Drive the development and delivery of catchment, floodplain, stormwater and coastal management strategies and programs.
• Provide expert advice on flood risk, waterways, water quality and coastal processes.
• Develop business cases, funding applications and strategic investment proposals.
• Coordinate technical studies, consultants and multi-disciplinary stakeholder groups.
• Support evidence-based decision making through data analysis, risk assessments and long-term planning.
• Build strong relationships with government agencies, community groups and industry partners.

About You

You are a strategic and collaborative leader with a passion for balancing environmental outcomes, community expectations and long-term resilience.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Water Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Experience in catchment, waterways, floodplain, stormwater or coastal management.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience developing strategies, plans, business cases and funding submissions.
• The ability to translate complex technical information into clear and practical advice.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in protecting and enhancing some of the Sutherland Shire's most valuable natural assets while helping shape a resilient future for our community.

In this role, you'll enjoy:

• A strategic leadership position with genuine organisational impact.
• The opportunity to influence long-term environmental and infrastructure outcomes.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the community every day.