Manager Water & Waste - Tenterfield Shire Council

LG Services Group Pty Ltd; Tenterfield; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenterfield Shire Council in northern New South Wales invites an experienced leader to head water, wastewater and waste services, guiding a team across capital works, maintenance, asset management and statutory compliance. This hands-on role manages operating and capital budgets, addressing ageing infrastructure while serving the regional community.

You will partner with the Director Infrastructure Services, develop staff, and ensure safe, efficient services that align with public interests and

Qualifications

• Strong background in water, wastewater or waste operations with relevant qualifications.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing capital works.
• Ability to balance service delivery with long-term infrastructure planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end service delivery for water, wastewater and waste services.
• Oversee capital works, maintenance, asset management and compliance.
• Guide budget planning with approx. $9.3M operating and $10M capital budgets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve public-interest outcomes.

Skills

Water/wastewater management

Leadership

Asset management

Budgeting/financial management

Procurement & grants

Communication

Safety culture

Education

Engineering / Environmental / Infrastructure qualifications

Job description

Tenterfield Shire Council is seeking an experienced leader to lead end-to-end service delivery across water, wastewater and waste services.

Located in northern New South Wales, Tenterfield Shire brings together historic townships, rural communities and the landscapes of the New England High Country. It is a place to combine a meaningful career with country living, a strong sense of community and room to enjoy life beyond work.

The Position

Working closely with the Director Infrastructure Services, you will lead Council's water, wastewater and waste services, with four direct reports and eight indirect reports.

This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing capital works, maintenance, asset management, statutory compliance and Council's Waste Management Strategy. You will manage approximately $9.3 million in operating and $10 million in capital budgets, maintaining reliable services while addressing ageing infrastructure and competing priorities.

About You

You are a practical, solutions-focused leader with a strong background in water, wastewater or waste operations, supported by relevant engineering, environmental or infrastructure qualifications, or equivalent experience.

You support and develop your people, make sound decisions within available resources, and balance immediate service needs with long-term infrastructure priorities. You take responsibility for difficult decisions and act in the public interest.

You will also bring:

• Proven leadership of technical teams, including coaching, performance management and succession planning.
• Sound asset management experience and the ability to deliver capital works on time and within budget.
• Financial judgement and experience in procurement, contract management and grant applications.
• The ability to communicate clearly with all stakeholders.
• A commitment to a safe, respectful workplace.

Why Tenterfield?

Make a tangible difference in a regional community where essential services underpin everyday life. With its heritage character, natural beauty and genuine sense of community, Tenterfield offers a leadership opportunity with variety, clear purpose and visible impact.

What’s on offer?

An attractive total remuneration package is offered based on skills and experience.

Applications close: 9am, Monday 23 November 2026