Package: $84,511- $93,284 + 12 % Super (Grade 9 of the SMRC Salary System 2025-2026) 

Position Description: Supervisor Water and Wastewater Operations

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 18th January 2026.

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: 

• Effective management of water and wastewater network operations, treatment plant operations and pump station operations
• Effective management of resources and staff, including emergency call-outs
• Plan, organise and allocate staff, contractors, plant and resources according to works program requirements
• Be available for weekend rosters, on-call rosters and available to respond to emergency call-outs when rostered
• Compliance and monitoring of Councils Risk Management and WHS activities within the water and wastewater work programs and treatment plants
• Ensure Council’s water and wastewater pipe networks and pump stations comply with relevant legislative requirements, operational requirements and Council’s policies
• Ensure Councils water supply systems comply with relevant legislative requirements including the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) and council policies
• Ensure Council’s Wastewater Treatment Facilities comply with relevant legislative requirements including EPA discharge licenses and council policies
• Ensure all operational activities are carried out to optimise systems performance
• Provide relief to the other Wastewater and Water Operations Supervisors in times of leave
• Ensure water and wastewater connections (new and replacements) are undertaken as required
• Maintain adopted policies, procedures, processes and systems of work and ensure teams abide by policies, procedures and processes
• Model and reinforce cross-functional collaboration through information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
• Model and reinforce an agile, solutions-focused, accountable and collaborative culture that facilitates workforce engagement, empowerment and performance
• Inform, education and guide employees about their WHS responsibility and Council policies to maintain a safe workplace

About You: 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• TAFE Certificate IV or semi - professional qualification together with 5 years’ experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a same or similar position including comprehensive knowledge of Water & Wastewater Schemes (treatment facilities, pumping stations, rising mains, drainage mains & consumer services), leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to motivate a team of employees
• Department of Planning and Environment Part 2 - Water Treatment Operations Certificate
• Department of Planning and Environment Part 2 - Advanced Wastewater Treatment Operations Certificate
• Computer literacy and knowledge of computer-based management systems (e.g. GIS, Civica, Telemetry SCADA, Rapid TCP)
• NSW Health Department Fluoridation Certificate
• Current Confined Space Certificate
• Asbestos Awareness Certification
• Asbestos Handling Certification
• Fluoridation Certificate
• Water Certificate
• Wastewater Certificate
• Current Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plan Licenses
• Construction Certificate (White Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Ability to read engineering drawings and disseminate details to staff
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical plant and equipment associated with water supply and wastewater schemes
• Respond to emergency call-outs when rostered
• Current Driving License Class C, ongoing employment is conditional on maintaining this license

Desirable criteria: 

• Comprehensive experience within Water and Wastewater areas
• Experience in Microsoft Office and Civica
• Frontline Management or Project Management Certificate
• Knowledge of Environmental Protection Management Principles
• Drivers Licence Class MR
• Understanding and knowledge of basic electrical systems

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: careers@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au
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.