ABOUT THE ROLE
Please read all information carefully before applying.
The position is responsible for assisting the development and management of Water & Wastewater Assets, and for developing, managing and coordinating the timely delivery of asset maintenance and projects in consultation with key stakeholders.
Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent – 76 hours per fortnight
Award: Level 6 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017
Salary Range: $102,748 to 108,306 gross per annum
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have:
| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |
- Experience at a supervisory level including the ability to motivate and drive continuous improvement practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of project management and relevant Council policies, procedures, and other legislation relating to Water & Wastewater, asset management and projects.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing detailed reports on related operational matters.
- Sound financial literacy and business acumen across contracts, budgets, and projects.
- Ability to continuously improve operations, identifying and implementing enhanced practices.
- Ability to build strong cohesive teams through organisational skills and sound judgement in decision making including negotiation and problem solving.
- High level interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication with stakeholders at all levels and the ability to work in a collaborative environment to create opportunities to develop solutions.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and relevant computer applications applicable to facilities, projects, and asset management.
| Essential Education/Qualifications |
- Relevant qualification in asset management, project management, Water & Wastewater management (or similar), or be able to demonstrate equivalent related experience.
- Possession of a General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry).
| Essential Licences |
- Possession and maintenance of a current Queensland ‘C’ class driver licence.
BENEFITS
We have a range of benefits that include:
- Fortnightly RDO
- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable to your role)
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Annual wage progression
- 12% Superannuation
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred applicants
| Physical Requirements / Position Environment |
- This position is a balance of indoor and outdoor functions and requires sufficient physical ability to work in a shared office setting, which involves prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and operating a computer, telephone and other devices; as well as directly supporting the Water & Wastewater Assets Team to deliver asset management, maintenance and construction projects.
- This position may require the incumbent to undertake frequent field visits involving frequent short and occasional lengthy trips.
- This position may involve travel to attend meetings and work-related events.
Council is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This includes taking all steps that are reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of preventable occupational diseases. In accordance with Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, positions exposed to occupational diseases will be subject to the Workplace Immunisation Program.
MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS
Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre-employment assessments/check:
- Pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test
- National Police/Criminal History Check
- Right to Work in Australia Check
- Qualification/Licence Verification
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- Practical Assessment
For further information, please view the Position Description.
For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5300 or email.
CLOSING DATE
11:59pm Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.
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