Water Compliance Lead – Flexible Work Arrangements

Charters Towers; Charters Towers Regional; Hybrid; AUD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

5 weeks annual leave

8 weeks parental leave

12% Superannuation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Water Compliance Officer at Charters Towers Regional Council coordinates water and wastewater regulatory compliance activities, monitor water quality and prepare statutory reports. The role supports DWQMP implementation and environmental monitoring programs across the Council's water and wastewater services.

It also provides technical and administrative support to operational teams and coordinates regional compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in water and wastewater operations and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures for municipal water.
• Knowledge of water quality monitoring, sampling, lab testing and reporting.
• Ability to manage compliance audits, risk and corrective actions.
• Strong record keeping, reporting and coordination of statutory obligations.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and basic financial/contract concepts.
• Willingness to undertake field inspections and monitoring activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate water and wastewater regulatory compliance activities.
• Oversee water quality monitoring, reporting and DWQMP implementation.
• Support operational personnel and coordinate monitoring across regional towns.
• Assist with digital water metering and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare regular compliance reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Water/wastewater ops

Regulatory compliance

Environmental monitoring

Legislation interpretation

Water quality monitoring

Reporting and records

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Contract management

Field inspections

Education

Relevant water/wastewater qualifications

C Class Driver Licence (Queensland)

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Water Compliance Officer at Charters Towers Regional Council coordinates water and wastewater regulatory compliance activities, monitor water quality and prepare statutory reports. The role supports DWQMP implementation and environmental monitoring programs across the Council's water and wastewater services.

It also provides technical and administrative support to operational teams and coordinates regional compliance activities.