Sewer Pump Station Attendant

Careers at Council; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

PPE provided

Discounted gym membership

Relocation assistance

Annual salary review

Long service leave

Employee assistance program

Salary packaging options

Awards ceremony

Job summary

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is seeking two Sewerage Pump Stations Attendants to operate, maintain and repair sewage pumping stations across the Port Macquarie-Hastings LGA. The role requires WHS compliance, a White Card, and a current HR licence, with an expectation to participate in an after-hours on-call roster.

You will work both independently and as part of a team to respond to chokes, overflows and emergencies, while monitoring performance via SCADA and Water Outlook systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in operation, maintenance and repair of pumping/civil infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair Council’s sewage pumping stations and odour management systems.
• Respond to sewer chokes, overflow events and operational emergencies.
• Monitor network performance and respond to alarms using SCADA and Water Outlook.
• Undertake sewage quality sampling, odour monitoring and planned/reactive activities.
• Participate in after-hours on-call roster and overtime as required.

Skills

Pumping station ops

Maintenance & repair

Team player

WHS compliance

White Card

HR Driver Licence

On-call availability

Job description

At PMHC, every employee plays a part in ensuring we work
together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve
this, we seek 2 dedicated Sewerage Pump Stations Attendants to undertake
the operation, maintenance and repair of Council’s sewage pumping stations and
associated infrastructure across the Port Macquarie-Hastings LGA.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated
  experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of pumping and/or
  civil infrastructure within a water utility or other relevant field.
• Proven
  ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• An
  understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements and a demonstrated
  willingness to work in accordance with relevant legislation, procedures
  and Council policies.
• A
  General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• A
  current Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence or willing to obtain prior to commencement.
• The
  ability and willingness to participate in an after-hours on-call roster
  and undertake planned and unplanned overtime.

On a typical day this role will:

• Operate,
  maintain and repair Council’s sewage pumping stations and associated odour
  management systems.
• Respond
  to sewer chokes, overflow events and other operational emergencies.
• Monitor
  network performance and respond to alarms using systems including SCADA
  and Water Outlook.
• Undertake
  sewage quality sampling, odour monitoring and other planned and reactive
  operational activities.
• Participate
  in PMHC’s after-hours on-call roster and planned and unplanned overtime as
  required.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours per
week with 9-day fortnight)

Salary (exclusive of 12% super): Starting salary of $1263.29
per week with the opportunity for competency-based progression up to $1414.02 per
week.

• Fortnightly RDO
• PPE provided
• Discounted
  gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Candidates
  relocating to the region have access to The Welcome Experience
• 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 Derek Ayriss, Sewer Pump
Station Technical Officer on 0458 243 ***.

Applications Close: Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11:30pm

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve - where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at ****@pmhc.nsw.gov.au.We're here to support you every step of the way.

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future identical positions for 6 months or a talent pool for similar positions for a period of
12 months.

Preferred applicants are required to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal
Police Check; Medical Assessment (includes drug and alcohol testing); Qualification verification; Working with
Children Check verification.

PMHC's recruitment notification process is
primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct
before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.
Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application
received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more
information, delay notifications, testing/assessments
(aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes
(unsuccessful before or after interview).

Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address ****@pmhc.nsw.gov.au and Pulse email ********@pulsesoftware.comis set to 'trustworthy'.

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.