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Uralla Shire Council
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Team Leader Water & Wastewater
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Wastewater Treatment
, Water Treatment
Posted : 5/06/26
Applications Close :13/06/26
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant delivery of Council’s water and sewer services. You will supervise daily operations, support your team, and oversee the maintenance and performance of critical infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, and distribution networks.
Working closely with the Manager Water and Wastewater, you’ll also contribute to capital works, asset management planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustainable service delivery.
For further information, please - Click here for Position Description
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a practical, solutions-focused leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and service delivery.
To be successful, you will have:
- Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and Sewer Operations (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience in water and wastewater operations and maintenance
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities
- Strong understanding of compliance requirements, including Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
- Experience delivering maintenance programs and overseeing infrastructure works
- Current MR licence and relevant tickets (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer
Annual salary range - $83,985 to 89,861+ Super depending on skills and experience.
Plus:
- Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
- Retention Bonus: $5,000 (paid annually as lump sum - subject to performance)
- Market Loading: $5,000 (paid hourly, subject to satisfactory performance)
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic Council!
- 9 Day Fortnight
- Ongoing training and development
- Supportive team environment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Annual legislated Award increases
- Long service leave after 5 years (with ability to transfer sick and long service leave entitlements to other NSW Councils)
- Employee Recognition Program
About Uralla Shire Council
Uralla Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.
For further information about our Council, please review the Uralla Shire Council Candidate Brochure.
Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.
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