Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Emerald

Department: Infrastructure & Utilities

Remuneration: Multiple positions at varying levels, with salaries ranging from $112,000 - $135,000 per annum + Superannuation + Allowances

Our community depends on safe, reliable, and sustainable water services – and we’re looking for engineers who want to be part of delivering them.

We are inviting Expressions of interest from Water Utilities Engineers, including mid-career professionals, senior specialists and management.

Working within local government, you’ll contribute to a wide range of projects, including:

Water and wastewater infrastructure planning and design

Network and asset management

Water Utilities operations and optimisation

Environmental and sustainability initiatives

Capital works and project delivery

You’ll join a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This is a chance to apply your skills to projects that directly benefit the community, while building a rewarding career in the water sector.

Whether you’re beginning your career or seeking your next challenge, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking expressions of interest from professionals across a variety of roles including:

• Utilities Engineering Manager
• Capital Program Manager
• Treatment Process Engineer
• Water Network Infrastructure Engineer

Please click on the above roles to read the position descriptions for each role and simply submit your interest!

Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.

Benefits Include:

• A generous superannuation scheme
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Fortnightly or Monthly RDO’s
• Annual uniform allocation
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program

To express your interest in a position within our, please submit your cover letter and resume detailing your career history and relevant experience/qualifications.

For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours.

Applications Close: Monday 13th October 2025 at 12noon.

Please note - Applicants may be contacted and progressed prior to the closing date.