• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $169,975.72 - $214,321.53 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• Above salary range is dependent on skills and experience of the successful applicant
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Located at Shoalhaven Water Operations Depot, Flinders Road South Nowra
• Applications close Sunday, 16 November 2025 (at midnight)

About the Role
Join the reputable Shoalhaven Water team and lead the delivery of essential water and wastewater services to our vibrant community as Manager - Water Operations & Maintenance. This role requires a seasoned professional who can confidently lead a large operational section within Council, ensuring the delivery of high-quality water and wastewater services. This position will oversee the efficient delivery of maintenance, operations, and minor construction services across Shoalhaven Water's facilities. You'll lead a large team, manage significant budgets, and ensure compliance with legislation and Council policies.

Reporting directly to the Director of Shoalhaven Water, this position's main duties include:

• Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the Shoalhaven Water Operations & Maintenance Department staff across the region.
• Provide strategic and financial oversight, including budget development, expenditure control, and reporting aligned with Council's long-term planning.
• Liaise and collaborate with other Shoalhaven Water Department Managers, including active participation through the Management Team to enable harmonious and effective business operations of Shoalhaven Water.
• Ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental, and legislative standards.
• Driving innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic planning.
• Representing Council in public forums and contributing to long-term financial planning.

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

The position requires significant out of hours work including emergency response such as floods, fires and storms affecting the water and sewerage systems. This out of hours response is expected as part of the overall renumeration package.

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:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent or extensive relevant experience
• Extensive experience in the management of water and sewer operations and maintenance functions

• Demonstrated leadership in supporting people and their work groups to collaborate across organisational boundaries and promote cohesion in delivering outcomes for the community.

• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

The successful candidate will be expected to influence strategic outcomes through sound decision-making, financial stewardship, and operational excellence. They will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of Shoalhaven Water, maintaining compliance with legislative and safety standards, and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Their leadership will directly contribute to upholding Shoalhaven Water's strong reputation for service excellence and community impact.

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 respond 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.

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. Please outline your experience in operations of water and wastewater infrastructure.
4. Briefly describe your experience managing and supporting teams, how do you approach leadership tasks?
5. Outline your experience with preparing and monitoring budgets

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

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close: Sunday, 16 November 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Andrew McVey - Director Shoalhaven Water - 02 4421 1705

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:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• 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

At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.
We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.
As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.