At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead key infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, and waste management.
- Company: Tenterfield Shire Council, a supportive and community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to $152,642 and a 9-day fortnight.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the livability and sustainability of a beautiful rural region.
- Qualifications: Degree in a related field and experience in public infrastructure or utility services.
The predicted salary is between 152642 - 152642 $ per year.
Tenterfield Shire sits at the northern edge of the New England and Northern Rivers regions of New South Wales.
Covering more than 7,300 square kilometres, the Shire has around 7,000 residents across the heritage township of Tenterfield and seven villages.
The landscape ranges from rolling farmland to rugged ranges and national parks.
With four distinct seasons, a close-knit community, and Brisbane and the Gold Coast about three hours away, the Shire offers an enviable rural lifestyle with easy access to south-east Queensland.
The Position
As Senior Projects Engineer Water & Waste, you will deliver and support key infrastructure projects across water, wastewater and waste.
Working within Council's Infrastructure division, you will lead an experienced team and provide engineering input into project design and delivery, contract management, capital works program preparation, asset inspections and reporting.
You will work closely with the Manager Water & Waste and external stakeholders to ensure projects are scoped, delivered and monitored to meet service and compliance standards.
About You
You will enjoy managing multiple priorities and taking ownership of the many projects underway.
A self-starter with a can-do attitude, you bring strong communication skills and engage confidently with stakeholders, including industry regulators.
A degree in a related field is essential, along with solid experience in public infrastructure or utility services.
You will be confident in project management, contract and asset management, preparing documentation, and applying relevant quality and compliance standards.
You will also bring
- Proven ability to deliver capital works on time and within budget.
- Proven ability to lead staff and contractors and to build strong working relationships.
- A sound understanding of water, wastewater and waste regulatory requirements.
- A commitment to a safe, respectful workplace.
Why Tenterfield?
You will join an experienced, supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join us and contribute to the essential infrastructure that supports this wonderful region’s livability and sustainability.
What’s on offer?
- Salary package of up to $152,642 based on experience
- 9-day fortnight
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