Water & Sewer Engineer

Bathurst Regional Council; Bathurst Regional Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off every third week

Generous leave entitlements

Fitness passport

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a strategic leader to provide overall direction for water and sewer services, ensuring safe and sustainable delivery to the community. The role covers operation, maintenance, renewal and future development of the Water Filtration Plant, Wastewater Treatment Works, reticulation, and trade waste functions.

You will ensure compliance with NSW health and EPA regulations, drive continuous improvement, and oversee capital projects and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent acceptable for professional membership.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Local Government water/sewer.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment principles.
• Experience overseeing dam operation and NSW dam safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and operational delivery of water and sewer services.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, renewal and future development of water infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and guidelines; drive service improvements.
• Prepare reports for regulatory bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Job description

Provide strategic and operational leadership, for Bathurst Regional Council's water and sewer services to ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of essential services to the community.

The role oversees the operation, maintenance, renewal and future development of Council's water and sewer infrastructure, including the Water Filtration Plant, Wastewater Treatment Works, reticulation, and trade waste functions.

The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, government guidelines, and Council policies, while driving continuous improvement in service delivery, asset management, infrastructure planning, and operational performance.

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• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent qualification acceptable for Corporate Membership of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
• Relevant experience in the Local Government and water/sewer industry (minimum 4 years)
• Sound technical knowledge of water and sewer design and operation principles.
• Knowledge and experience in the strategic oversight of dam operation, compliance with the NSW dam safety requirements and safety procedures
• Sound knowledge in the principles of water treatment and wastewater treatment with understanding of the role of the NSW Health Department and NSW EPA in Local Government regulation.
• Sound working knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the management and motivation of professional staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the completion of capital projects.
• Experience in completing reports and returns for regulatory bodies.
• Critical and lateral thinking skills

What We Can Offer

Work Life Balanceenjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlementsto support your personal and family needs

Fitness Passportto Stay active and healthy

Training & Developmentto expand your skills

Employee Assistance Programfor confidential support services

Want To Know More?

Salary:$2,106.45 to $2,213.07 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status:Permanent – Full-time

Hours of work: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:45 pm - 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Contact Officer:David Swan – Manager Water and Waste -02 6333 6225

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being aflexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplacewhere diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation. Employment is subject to relevant pre‑employment screening, which may include a Working with Children Check where required.

About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.

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Questions

To perform this role effectively, the successful candidate must either live in the community or be willing to relocate to Bathurst, NSW. Do you currently live in Bathurst, or are you willing and able to relocate for this role? *

• Yes – I currently live in this area
• Yes - I'm willing to relocate
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