Water Systems Coordinator - Lead Reticulation & Maintenance

Careers at Council; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a Systems Coordinator to oversee the water and wastewater reticulation networks, including pump stations. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage contractors, and coordinate planned maintenance, emergencies, and renewals while providing technical input into design and development.

The role focuses on responding to customer requests, ensuring service standards, and applying industry best practice in a flexible, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff across multiple teams and projects.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance of water and sewer reticulation networks.
• Strong WHS awareness and safety practices.
• Experience troubleshooting and solving complex problems.
• Current NSW Drivers' license – Class C.
• WHS Construction Induction (White Card).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Proven ability to lead a team and work well in a team.
• Experience using small construction plant.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the reticulation team responsible for water and wastewater networks.
• Provide strong leadership and contractor management.
• Coordinate planned maintenance, emergency repairs, and renewals.
• Contribute technical input into design and development.
• Respond to customer requests to ensure service standards.

Skills

Staff supervision

Project coordination

Team leadership

Contractor management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

WHS awareness

Driver's license

White Card

Small plant experience

Job description

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a Systems Coordinator to oversee the water and wastewater reticulation networks, including pump stations. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage contractors, and coordinate planned maintenance, emergencies, and renewals while providing technical input into design and development.

The role focuses on responding to customer requests, ensuring service standards, and applying industry best practice in a flexible, inclusive workplace.