Water Services Supervisor

Competitive Salary

9 day fortnight

Permanent Full time

Are you looking for the next exciting step in your Water Industry career?

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced Water Services Supervisor to lead our team. The purpose of this role is to provide leadership to coordinate and supervise an efficient and effective work team in carrying out the operations and maintenance of Council’s water service assets including pump stations, treatment plants, reservoirs, distribution networks, groundwater systems and dams.

For a full list of duties please read through the .

About Liverpool Plains Shire

Liverpool Plains is an area that offers the opportunity for a true rural lifestyle in a friendly atmosphere. Strategically nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, near Sydney, the Central Coast, the Hunter and the Mid-North Coast, Liverpool Plains Shire is the perfect place to call home.

The Ultimate Project

Council has commenced construction of a state-of-the-art water treatment plant near Quipolly Dam including 19kms of pipelines between Quirindi and Werris Ck at a total cost of $32.4 million. The Quipolly Project will revolutionise water management in our Shire. As well, Council has commenced procuring an estimated $15 million Wastewater Treatment Plant in Quirindi due to commence construction in 2022. Come be part of it!

Find out more

About you:

• Hold a Certificate IV Leadership and Management, or demonstrated Strong frontline leadership experience, managing a team, delegating tasks, staff supervision and problem solving to meet deadlines.
• Have experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of water service facilities within the frameworks of regulatory compliance, such as, Drinking Water Management Systems (DWMS) and Pollution Incident Response Management Plans (PIRMP).
• Have experience conducting performance evaluations.
• Have experience in promoting positive employee relations through effective conflict management and issue resolution.
• Well-developed skills to maintain records, interpersonal skills and communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Have the ability to operate computing technology including computers, SCADA, tablets, and smart phones with associated software.
• Hold a NSW SafeWork General Induction for Construction Work (White card).
• Hold a Current C Driver’s License.

What we offer you

This role offers the opportunity for you to lead a competent, high performance team.

Receive ongoing training and be part of the Quipolly Project journey.

Grade 6 - $73918.00 - $94619.20 plus 10.5% superannuation contribution depending qualifications and experience.

You will have access to a range benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous relocation assistance
• Access to salary packaging
• 9 day fortnight

To apply you will need to answer the questions below and attach a copy of your CV and your licenses and tickets.

For information regarding this position please contact Rod Batterham, Manager Water Services on 6746 1755.

Applications must be submitted by 05.00 pm Friday 26 August 2022

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining and supporting a diverse & inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages.

The successful applicant for this role will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or provide evidence of an approved medical contraindication form.