• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $99,775 - $113,318 gross p.a. plus 12 % Super plus tools allowance
• 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight / Monday to Friday
• Leaseback Vehicle Available
• Shoalhaven Water South Nowra Water Depot, Flinders Road, South Nowra
• Closure date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025 (at midnight)
  

About the Role
Lead and supervise the dedicated Communications team within Shoalhaven Water's Mechanical and Electrical unit providing top-tier telecommunication services and system support. Ensure efficient installation, maintenance, and emergency response for communication and security systems, while managing compliance, finances, and operations to meet Council's obligations and customer needs.

Reporting directly to the Unit Manager - Mechanical/Electrical, some roles and responsibilities of this role include:

• Communication and security systems
• Two-way radios and base stations
• Telecommunications cabling
• Large site security and camera systems.

• Coordinate and assist with the provision of a comprehensive installation and maintenance service to all customers including:
• Support and coordinate a team, fostering continuous improvements in processes and practices, and effectively implementing and managing change
• Enforce compliance with all relevant legislation, standards and Council policies within the Communications Team
• Identify and manage risks in accordance with relevant legislation and Council policies
• Manage the budget for the unit
• Provide reports on expenditure and income across the unit, looking for opportunities to control costs and improve business profitability

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Associate Diploma in Electronics or equivalent
• Supervisors Certificate or equivalent
• Current National WHS Construction Card (WorkCover)
• Security Licence or ability to obtain
• Data Cabling Registration or ability to obtain
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in supervising a multidisciplinary team.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership behaviours, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and effectively manage change. This role requires someone who is not only a strategic thinker but also hands-on in their approach to problem-solving and team development.

How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and responding to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity, and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting
2. Please list your qualifications, certifications, and licenses relevant to this position.
3. In your previous positions, how have you actively participated in WHS practices?
4. How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?
5. Why do you want to work at Shoalhaven City Council?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close: Wednesday, 30 July 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Craig Ellis - Unit Manager - Mechanical/Electrical - 02 4429 3800

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace