Are you an experienced electrical-mechanical professional looking for a leadership role in water infrastructure? This is your chance to make a difference! We're looking for a proactive Electrical-Mechanical Supervisor to supervise and maintain our water network facilities, ensuring reliable water services for the community. This is a permanent full-time position, working a 9-day fortnight based in Mackay.

About this opportunity:

Mackay Regional council is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical-Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and operation of our Water Network infrastructure. This is a key role in ensuring the reliable delivery of water services to our community through the efficient functioning of pumping stations, treatment plants, and distribution networks.

Special Requirements:

• Includes a rostered work and on call requirement.
• Some out of hours work and domestic travel is expected

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Trade qualifications in electrical or mechanical field; OR

• Lesser formal qualifications together with acquisition of considerable skills and extensive and diverse experience relative to an equivalent standard; OR
• A combination of experience, expertise and competence sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

• QLD "C" class Driver's Licence or interstate equivalent.
• General Construction Safety "White Card".
• QLD Medium Rigid (MR) class Driver's License.
• Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams in the water industry, managing projects, schedules, and technical priorities.
• Policy and procedure development experience.
• Strong stakeholder management with consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Operational oversight of works programs.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.

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In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $ 90,623
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO or 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (theeRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

Applications Close:

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.