Coordinator Water & Waste Programs

Mareeba Shire Council; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave

Mareeba Allowance

Fitness Passport

Discounted health insurance

Gift cards & corporate banking

Learning & development

Salary sacrificing options

Job summary

Mareeba Shire Council is seeking a Coordinator Water & Waste Programs to lead planning and execution of operational and capital projects in water, wastewater and resource recovery. You will provide guidance, coordinate teams and ensure assets are maintained and upgraded efficiently.

This role offers a permanent, full-time position with strong conditions and opportunities to influence local infrastructure and service delivery across the Mareeba region.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and a further five years’ relevant experience.
• A current Queensland C Class Driver Licence.
• Experience in developing and implementing operational and capital programs relevant to water, wastewater and resource recovery.
• Knowledge of legislation, standards and operations for local government water and waste activities.
• Procurement and contract management experience for water and waste services.
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills to relate with stakeholders.
• IT systems proficiency including GIS, Windows-based systems and PM software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate water, wastewater and resource recovery programs.
• Provide technical oversight to maintain and upgrade assets efficiently.
• Coordinate procurement, contractors and projects with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

GIS

Contract Management

Procurement

Project Management Software

Windows OS

Education

Related field degree

Tools

GIS software

Spatial analysis tools

Project management software

Windows OS

Job description

• Coordinate water, wastewater and resource recovery programs across Council
• Utilise your expertise to make a tangible impact on local infrastructure
• Contribute to the development of future-focussed programs and projects
• Coordinate contractors, procurement and projects while working with internal and external stakeholders

About Mareeba Shire Council

Located in beautiful Far North Queensland where the rainforest meets the Outback, the Mareeba Shire provides an idyllic, regional lifestyle with the convenience of being only an hour from an international airport, cafes, restaurants, theatres and tropical beaches in the regional city of Cairns.

Mareeba Shire Council is a high-performing, community-focussed organisation with over 200 dedicated staff. Our recent budget was praised in the media for its considered and sensible approach, demonstrating our commitment to financial responsibility and community investment. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-regarded council making a real impact across the region.

The role

The Coordinator Water & Waste Programs provides supports the Manager Water & Waste in planning and implementing operational and capital programs in the water, wastewater and resource recovery group.

This role provides a high level of coordination, technical advice, oversight and guidance to ensure water, wastewater and resource recovery assets are adequately maintained, renewed and upgraded, with an emphasis on increasing efficiency, continuous improvement and achieving Council objectives.

What we are looking for

This role requires demonstrated experience in the management of water and waste programs, or other related projects. You will be able to identify and analyse complex problems and apply critical thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and a further five years’ relevant experience
• A current Queensland C Class Driver Licence
• Experience in developing and implementing operational and capital programs relevant to water, wastewater and resource recovery
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the legislation, standards and operations relevant to local government water and waste activities
• Prior experience in procurement and contract management processes for water and waste services
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders, including industry clients, the public and Council staff
• Proficiency in relevant IT systems and software, including GIS and spatial analysis tools, Windows based systems and project management software

You will be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia. You must be able to provide evidence that you can legally work in Australia upon request. Mareeba Shire Council does not offer employer visa sponsorship.

What we can offer you

• Permanent, full-time position
• LGOA Level 7/1 - $112,360 per annum
• Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum
• 12% employer superannuation contributions5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Work life balance – 19-day month
• Lifestyle benefits such as access to Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance, gift cards and corporate banking
• Learning and development opportunities
• Salary sacrificing options

For further information

Please refer to the Position Description, or contact Morris Hamill, Manager Water & Waste, on 0407 675 *** (during business hours only).

Applications close Friday, 9 October 2026

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.