Network Coordinator

Charters Towers Regional Council; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave

3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave

8 weeks paid Parental Leave

Domestic and Family Violence Leave

Uniforms and PPE provided

Flexible Work Arrangements

Annual wage progression

Superannuation 12%

Salary Sacrifice opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Charters Towers Regional Council seeks a Network Coordinator to lead and coordinate water and wastewater reticulation services for the community, ensuring safe, reliable and compliant outcomes.

The role requires working under limited direction and providing operational leadership, strategic oversight of network assets, maintenance programs and infrastructure renewal initiatives, while mentoring staff and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading, mentoring and developing staff to achieve operational objectives.
• Ability to work under limited direction and develop procedures and frameworks.
• Coordination/management of water and wastewater reticulation services and asset programs.
• Knowledge of network performance, operational management and flow/pressure interactions.
• Understanding of asset management principles including lifecycle planning and risk-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate delivery of water and wastewater services to ensure safe, reliable outcomes.
• Provide operational leadership, technical advice and strategic oversight of network assets and renewal initiatives.
• Manage resources, risks and procurement to achieve organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement maintenance programs and service delivery improvements.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Decision making

Asset management

Maintenance planning

Stakeholder engagement

Workplace safety

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis & reporting

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Trade Qualification in Plumbing

Queensland 'C' class drivers licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management systems

Job description

The Network Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating the delivery of Council’s water and wastewater reticulation services to ensure safe, reliable and compliant outcomes for the community.

Working under limited direction, the position provides operational leadership, technical advice and strategic oversight of network assets, maintenance programs and infrastructure renewal initiatives. T he role exercises delegated decision-making authority , manages resources and operational risks, and contributes to the achievement of departmental and organisational objectives through effective planning, asset management and continuous improvement .

Employment Status:Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours:72.5 hours per fortnight, nine (9) day fortnight

Level & Awards:Level 6 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 / Charters Towers Regional Council Certified Agreement

Salary Range:$107,628 to $113,450 gross per annum plus applicable allowances

Vehicle Classification:Class 4 - take home rights (to and from home)

Additional Benefits: Relocation assistance and temporary accommodation may be available for preferred applicants.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |

• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring and developing employees to achieve operational objectives and foster a positive, safety-focused workplace culture.
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited direction, exercise sound judgement and initiative, and develop operational procedures, work practices and frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in the coordination and management of water and wastewater reticulation services, asset management programs, maintenance planning and service delivery outcomes.
• Extensive knowledge of water and wastewater reticulation systems, including network performance, operational management, switching requirements and flow and pressure interactions.
• Sound understanding of asset management principles, including condition assessment, planned maintenance, lifecycle planning and risk-based decision making.
• Demonstrated project and resource management skills, including procurement, contract management, budget preparation and monitoring, and the ability to establish priorities and allocate resources to achieve organisational objectives.
• Well-developed communication, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, including the ability to provide specialist advice, influence outcomes and build productive working relationships.
• Strong understanding of Workplace Health & Safety requirements and knowledge of quality, environmental and risk management systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, standards and regulatory requirements relevant to water supply, wastewater reticulation and plumbing activities, including:

othe Water Supply (Safety and Reliability) Act 2008;

othe Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 and Plumbing and Drainage Regulation 2019;

othe National Construction Code Volume Three (Plumbing Code of Australia);

othe Queensland Plumbing and Wastewater Code;

orelevant Australian Standards;

oCouncil’s permit, notifiable and minor work procedures.

• Well-developed skills in Microsoft Office and corporate information, asset management and business systems, including the ability to analyse data and prepare reports to support planning and decision-making.

| Essential Education/Qualifications |

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, Trade Qualification in Plumbing, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Possession and maintenance of a minimum Queensland ‘C’ class drivers’ licence.
• General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry) – Blue/White Card.

BENEFITS

We have a range of benefits that include:

• Fortnightly RDO
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable to your role)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Annual wage progression
• 12% Superannuation
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs