Reticulation Networks Engineer

Port Macquarie Hastings Council; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE & uniform

Fitness Passport access

Welcome Experience

Career development

Annual salary increases

Long service leave

Employee assistance program

Salary packaging options

Awards program

Job summary

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is seeking a Reticulation Network Engineer to support operation, maintenance, and renewal of the water and wastewater reticulation networks. You will lead projects, review designs, and ensure safe, reliable delivery of essential utilities within the Community Utilities Division.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, experience in water/sewer operations, and strong project management skills, with advanced SCADA and data analysis capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in the water supply and wastewater industry, preferably in operations.
• Proven skills in project planning, management and delivery.
• Experience in process optimisation and troubleshooting in water/sewer operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication and report writing.
• Advanced computer skills with spreadsheets, databases, and SCADA.
• Collaborative, safety-focused approach with a drive to innovate.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for maintenance, renewal and compliance of water and sewer reticulation assets.
• Prepare operational and safety procedures, shutdown protocols and risk assessments.
• Manage licensing, regulatory reporting and environmental controls in line with legislation.
• Lead planning, design, approvals, delivery and capitalisation of Utilities projects.
• Collaborate with Planning, Design and Project Delivery to review designs and analyse data.
• Lead procurement activities for works and services supporting treatment plants and headworks assets.
• Identify and implement process optimisations and innovations to improve system performance.
• Promote safe work practices through inspections, inductions and risk management.

Skills

Civil Engineering

SCADA systems

Project planning

Troubleshooting

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Databases

spreadsheets

Job description

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Reticulation Network Engineer to join our Community Utilities Division, supporting the operation, maintenance, and renewal of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s water and wastewater reticulation networks. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineering professional with a passion for infrastructure and community service to contribute technical expertise and lead projects that ensure the safe, reliable delivery of essential utilities.

About The Role

Reporting to the Reticulation Networks Manager, you will provide engineering support to the Community Utilities Operations team by:

• Providing engineering support and technical advice for the maintenance, renewal, and compliance of water and sewer reticulation assets.
• Preparing operational and safety procedures, including shutdown protocols, risk assessments, and construction documentation.
• Managing licensing, regulatory reporting, and environmental impact controls in line with relevant legislation.
• Leading planning, design, relevant approval applications, delivery, and capitalisation of Utilities Operations projects following PMHC’s Project Management Framework.
• Collaborating with Planning, Design, and Project Delivery teams to review designs and analyse operational data.
• Leading procurement activities for works and services supporting treatment plants and headworks assets.
• Identifying and implementing process optimisations and innovations to improve system performance.Promoting safe work practices through inspections, inductions, and risk management initiatives.
• Providing operational support across Community Utilities areas and participating in the after-hours on-call roster.

About You

To be successful in this position:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in the water supply and wastewater industry, ideally within an operational environment.
• Proven skills in project planning, management, and delivery.
• Experience in process optimisation and troubleshooting within water and sewer operations.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly with spreadsheets, databases, and SCADA systems.
• A collaborative approach, strong commitment to safety and compliance, and motivation to enhance community infrastructure through innovation and technical excellence.

Remuneration And Benefits

Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week plus flex time)

Salary: Starting from $101,015.87 to $113,067.81 per year depending on skills and experience plus 12% super and allowances

This role also qualifies for a leaseback vehicle or allowance

Benefits

• PPE and uniform provided
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Candidates relocating to the region have access to The Welcome Experience
• Career development opportunities OR Opportunities for learning and development and internal career progression
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Caroline Horan, Reticulation Networks Manager on 02 6581 8690.

Applications Close

Sunday 04 October 2026 at 11:30pm

Notes

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.