Package: $65,522.08 - $72,324.12 + 11.5% Super (Grade 5 of the SMRC Salary System 2024-2025)

Position Description: Operator Water & Wastewater Civil Maintenance

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 6 July 2025.

Please note that interviews may commence prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged

About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River, and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 450 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.

About the Role:

• Contribute to the maintenance of civil works associated with water supply system and wastewater drainage systems within the Council area
• Liaise with the Team Leader and/or Supervisor in ensuring civil works are undertaken to meet Council standards
• Undertake work as required on relevant asset installations for the Water and Wastewater Services department
• Demonstrate a commitment to Council’s WHS Policies and Procedures at all times
• Acquire, process and document Water and Wastewater data in electronic and hard copy format
• Demonstrate a commitment to Customer Service
• Be available for weekend and on-call rosters and be available to respond to emergency call-outs when required
• Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
• Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
• Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions

About You:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated relevant experience in water and wastewater operations and maintenance
• Minimum one year’s experience in civil maintenance and construction
• Proven ability to competently operate small plant and hand tools, i.e. Lawnmowers, whipper snippers, sludge pumps, powered cut-off saws, grinders, drill, and water snorter (pipeline pressure cleaner),
• Construction Induction White Card
• Ability and willingness to undertake confined spaces training courses including refresher courses
• Proven physical fitness to complete all aspects of the position
• Ability to work and participate in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to Work Health and Safety
• Ability to work on weekends when rostered and to respond to emergency call-outs when rostered
• Current Class C drivers licence.

Desirable criteria:

• Ability to learn pipeline construction skills for the laying of water and wastewater mains
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and problem solve
• Traffic Controller Certificate
• Implement Traffic Control Plans Certificate
• Certificate of Competence in Excavator Operation
• Drivers Licence MR (Medium Rigid)

How to Apply:

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description.

Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role. You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.

Enquiries

For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 1300 345 345

At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.

Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.