Supervisor - Operations

SunWater; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% superannuation

TOIL access

Leave loading 17.5%

Job summary

Sunwater in Rockhampton is seeking a hands-on Supervisor - Operations to lead frontline teams responsible for major dams, pipelines and treatment facilities across the Fitzroy Region, delivering reliable water to communities, agriculture and industry while prioritising safety.

You will apply supervisory leadership, a Certificate III in Water Operations and knowledge of asset management systems, while coordinating works, managing outages and engaging stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Supervisory leadership experience in water infrastructure.
• Knowledge of maintenance activities and safe work practices.
• Experience with asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead frontline teams delivering operations and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate contractors and subcontractors.
• Support planning and scheduling of works.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Water operations knowledge

Safety culture

Administration and asset systems

Education

Certificate III in Water Operations

Tools

Asset management systems

Job description

Work.

Join Sunwater as a Supervisor - Operations and play a key leadership role in the safe and reliable delivery of water services throughout the Fitzroy Region. From major dams and weirs to pipelines, groundwater schemes and treatment facilities, you'll lead frontline operational teams responsible for infrastructure that supports communities, agriculture, mining and industry across Central Queensland.

Based in Rockhampton, this is a hands-on leadership role where you'll support your team, drive safety, coordinate works programs and ensure operational excellence across a complex and varied asset portfolio.

As a Supervisor - Operations at Sunwater, you will:

• Lead and support a team delivering operational and maintenance activities across critical water infrastructure assets.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety and regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate contractors and subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered safely and to the required standard.
• Provide guidance to Operators in fault finding, troubleshooting and resolving operational challenges.
• Coordinate emergency response, flood operations and on-call rosters when required.
• Support planning and scheduling activities to ensure works are delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Build positive relationships with customers and stakeholders, including communicating planned outages and operational updates.
• Manage procurement requirements and support the day-to-day delivery of operational programs.

About you:

You're a practical leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems and delivering results in an operational environment. What you'll bring:

• Experience within the water industry, including supervisory leadership experience.
• Certificate III in Water Operations.
• Strong knowledge of operational maintenance activities and safe work practices.
• Well-developed administration and computer skills with experience using operational and asset management systems.
• A commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

This permanent role offers a competitive salary package, 12.75% superannuation, access to TOIL, 17.5% leave loading and a genuine commitment to work/life balance.

Water.

Few regions offer the lifestyle, career opportunity and variety of Rockhampton and the Fitzroy Region.

Known as the gateway to Central Queensland, Rockhampton offers affordable living, excellent schools, a thriving regional community and easy access to the Capricorn Coast, Great Keppel Island and some of Queensland's best outdoor experiences.

The Fitzroy Region is home to a diverse network of dams, weirs, pipelines and water schemes that help drive the success of agriculture, mining, industry and local communities. You'll help manage infrastructure including Rookwood Weir, Callide Dam, Kroombit Dam and the Stanwell, Blackwater and Awoonga Callide Pipelines, among many other critical assets.

This is meaningful work. Every day you'll help ensure reliable water delivery that supports livelihoods, communities and economic growth across Central Queensland.

Life.

At Sunwater, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we provide the support, resources and benefits you need to thrive.

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellness programs designed to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• My time: Flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, helping you tailor work around your lifestyle (full-time permanent employees only)
• My growth: Career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships and structured pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career (full-time permanent employees only)

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities available today and into the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each person brings. As we continue to grow, we are committed to maintaining a barrier free recruitment process and inclusive work environment.

If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and the Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the rich traditions, languages and customs that are among the oldest in the world. We recognise their resilience and the importance of truth telling, listening and learning today.