Coordinator Water Networks

• Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)
• Tertiary level qualification/s in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
• LGO 8 (ET scale may apply) ($110,775 - $134,748 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Why Choose Us

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.

We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.

Our organisation provides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.

We lead creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial and environmental shocks.

We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.

Townsville City Council is growing Townsville.

About the role

This position works as part of the Water section and is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of council’s water network. The Water section provides water collection, distribution and treatment services in accordance with council’s customer standards, policies, procedures and relevant legislation, with the objective to prevent environmental harm and to ensure public health, safety and wellbeing.

In this role you will lead a proactive safety culture across the Water Networks team coordinating a broad range of Water operational activities, maintenance and Capital projects.

This leadership role will drive a positive culture to ensure that all team members are engaged, well-trained and motivated to ensure that everyone goes home safe and well. This position will also lead customer service, quality and productivity and ensure that Council complies with all environmental legislation and regulation related to Wastewater.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary level qualification/s in Civil or Mechanical Engineering and eligibility to apply for membership of Engineers Australia. You will also have a "C" class driver licence and a Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD). 

You will be registered as a Professional Engineer in Queensland (RPEQ) or eligibility to satisfy the registration criteria and have a Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations or ability and willingness to obtain this qualification within two years of commencement in this position.

You will have extensive experience in the management, operations, maintenance, construction and control of water infrastructure, and systems and experience in the management and supervision of professional, technical, operational, maintenance and administration staff. You will also have highly developed written communication, organisational, administrative and budgeting skills.

You will have the ability to analyse and interpret engineering situations and problems, to develop technical designs, solutions, equipment systems, practices, guidelines and handbooks relating to engineering works which may have conflicting economic and environmental objectives and a high level of people management, time management and prioritising skills.

Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and must include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role. 

For further information review the Position Description. 

Closing Date:  11.45pm, Monday 1 April 2024

What We Offer

• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Active Family Social Club
• Flexible working arrangements

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au for a confidential discussion.