Utilities Engineer (Water and Wastewater)

 Full Time - 70 hours/fortnight.

Based in Corowa

•   Be part of a team planning for major asset replacements

•    Work a 9-day fortnight

·    Salary within the range of $93,132 to $102,798 – plus a 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance and superannuation

If you are looking to work in an organisation that has an ongoing focus on continuous improvement, aims to achieve a high level of performance through unifying the organisation’s direction, and is building a culture of excellence then this is the opportunity for you to explore.

At Federation Council our focus is on delivering quality services to our community and our main priority is to maintain and improve our water supply, sewerage and flood protection services. Our Utilities team play a key role in achieving this goal and have been formally recognised for the progressive direction they have taken to improve water and sewerage practices.

The opportunity

In this role you have an opportunity to be involved in our program to maintain and improve our water and sewerage services and systems including being involved in the planning of the renewal and construction of water and sewer treatment plants. You will also be responsible for providing technical advice and support to the activities of the Utilities Unit, including; Capital Works, Maintenance Works, Strategic Planning, Contractor Management, Project Management, Government Department Liaison and Reporting.

Key criteria to be addressed in the application:

1.     Hold a Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

2.    Proven extensive experience in the water and sewer industry.

3.    Demonstrated knowledge of water and sewerage reticulation/mains, pumping stations, reservoirs and treatment plant construction and operation practices, and chemical dosing systems

4.   Proven excellent and practical knowledge of WHS requirements including the ability to proactively manage risk and WHS requirements within area or responsibility.

5.   Proven ability to solve problems through analytic reasoning and interrogation of a wide range of information.

6.    Proven ability in designing and delivering projects, programs and services in accordance with   agreed standards, timeframe and budget.

7.    Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills including solid conflict resolution,   negotiation and presentation skills.

What we offer

 Some of the benefits of working at Federation Council include:

·         Being part of a dedicated team that strives to develop and provide quality services to the community

·         Opportunities for career enhancement

·         The ability to explore a diversity of career paths

·         Fortnightly rostered days off

·         Salary packaging through Maxxia.

·         Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment.  The salary is commencing at $1,791.00 per week with progression up to $1,976.90 per week, plus civil liability allowance, dependent upon skills and experience. Salary may be negotiable for the right candidate.

How to find out more: To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Daryl Bennett, Manager Utilities on (02) 6033 8913.

How to apply

Provide us with a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills and 2 recent referees.

 Applications need to be submitted by 4.00pm Monday, 31 March 2024 via one of the following platforms:

In writing to

“Utilities Engineer”

Human Resources

PO Box 77

COROWA  NSW  2646 

Or emailed to jobs@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au 

Or by applying via the 'Job Application Form' available from the top of this page.

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity.  We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.