Central Tablelands Water is a single-purpose County Council providing potable water to over 15,000 customers across 13 towns and villages. We supply potable water for residential, industrial, and rural use across an area spanning approximately 14,000 sq/km.

Central Tablelands Water is now recruiting for the newly created position of Executive Manager Operations & Technical Services. The (EMOTS) is a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and is responsible for leading the entire operations and technical requirements for the organisation, including efficient and effective service delivery and resource allocation, water quality compliance, and our asset renewal program.

The position is an office-based position located in Blayney NSW.

Why join the Central Tablelands Water Team?

We are proud of the culture we have cultivated — one built on integrity, collaboration, and growth.

Our leaders are empowered to make bold decisions, drive innovation, and create meaningful change. At Central Tablelands Water, you will be part of something bigger than yourself, working alongside a diverse and driven team that shares your commitment to excellence.

Moreover, we believe that work should be enjoyable and fulfilling. We foster a workplace where satisfaction and enjoyment are integral to our daily operations. Our team members find personal satisfaction in their work, knowing that their contributions are valued and that they are making a real difference in our communities.

If you are someone who thrives in an environment where your leadership and vision can create tangible results, where creativity and strategic thinking are celebrated, and where you can find true satisfaction and enjoyment in your work, we want to hear from you.

Your key responsibilities will include

Lead the delivery of all operational and technical service requirements, ensuring adherence to water quality standards and uninterrupted water supply.

Manage and evaluate service delivery processes and workflows.

Champion and maintain best practice lifecycle asset planning, risk-based prioritisation and data-driven decision making to optimise budgets and reduce backlogs.

Lead by example to cultivate a high-performance, values-driven culture.

Promote safety in the workplace and ensure compliance with the WHS Act and regulations and foster continuous improvement of safe systems at work.

Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues.

Manage technical infrastructure, including telemetry servers, networks, and cloud services.

Ensure systems are secure, up-to-date, and functioning optimally.

Work with vendors and suppliers for hardware, software, and service procurement.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of procedures, systems, and configurations.

Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Lead or support technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with objectives.

Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.

Evaluate and monitor procurement & tender processes and contracts to optimise risk reduction and value for Council.

Lead organisational change initiatives with clarity and confidence.

Champion transformation in areas like digital innovation, sustainability, and customer experience.

Please refer to the full description for more information

Essential Criteria

Class C Driver’s licence with a safe driving record.

Tertiary qualifications in an Engineering discipline or;

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar Water utilities position

Demonstrated project management experience for engineering and asset renewal projects.

Willingness to work flexible hours to complete the requirements of the position including emergency leadership.

Demonstrated computer skills to develop documents including suite of Microsoft applications.

Demonstrated high level analytical skills, research, problem solving and commercial business acumen within a local government service context.

Demonstrated previous leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate and mentor a team, participate in organisational change, fostering a collaborative environment, drive continuous improvement, and develop a culture of trust within the organisation.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence people, build effective relationships, and achieve positive outcomes including the ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional conduct.

High-level communication skills and the ability to understand financial data and manage budgets, engage with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.

Ability to prepare complex reports and returns for Council and Government Authorities.

What is on offer?

An attractive salary negotiated with the successful candidate between $122,127 to $143,470 (as of 1 July 25) gross per annum depending on skills and local government experience.

Option for a fully maintained Leaseback vehicle.

A 70 hour, 9-day fortnight for flexibility and work – life balance.

15 Days sick leave per year.

Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service.

Professional development opportunities

An exciting opportunity to be a key member of the leadership team in a dynamic and progressive organisation.

Please download the Information Pack & Position Description by visiting https://www.ctw.nsw.gov.au/about-us/employment/ or contact CTW office during business hours 02 63917200 or email to [email protected]

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 11th July 2025