Description:
- Help shape the future of the City's water and wastewater services.
- Bring your ideas and expertise to a passionate and dedicated team!
- Permanent Full-Time 35hrs per week role with options for flexible working arrangements.
About the role
Are you passionate about the future of water and wastewater services in the City of Coffs Harbour? We are looking for a motivated Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on sustainable water resource management.
As a Planning Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the future infrastructure of the City through the application of the City's Strategic Master Plans for Water and Wastewater. You will develop and implement innovative strategies that align with the DCCEEW Regulatory Assurance Framework, creating long-term financial plans and operational strategies for our water and wastewater systems. You will ensure best practices in Water & Wastewater Management Plans, conduct network analyses using advanced infrastructure models, and collaborate with various City sections to develop effective maintenance strategies.
Your responsibilities will also include preparing policies, reviewing development applications, and managing relationships with government agencies and consultants. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to prepare grant applications to secure vital project funding and further your project management skills through the management of capital infrastructure projects.
If you're ready to contribute your expertise toward sustainable solutions for our community's water needs, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the future of our City!
About you?
- Tertiary qualification in engineering, water resources, or equivalent related disciplines.
- Current Class C Drivers Licence.
- Demonstrated knowledge of corporate management regulatory frameworks, risk management, statutory requirements, and best practice as it relates to asset management.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in Water and Wastewater Asset Management, with a high-level of computer literacy and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What's on offer?
- Starting salary from $106,907.09 + Civil Liability Allowance of 3.5% + travelling allowance as applicable + 11.5% superannuation
- Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
- Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
- Options to accrue flex time and flexible working arrangements.
- Generous leave entitlements - long service leave after 5 years.
- Scope for performance-based salary increases.
- Numerous benefits as outlined here!
About us
The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.
This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast
Want to chat?
Please reach out to Adam Wilson, Group Leader Water & Wastewater Services at adam.wilson@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0437 408 504 to discuss the role in more detail.
If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Want to apply?
The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found on our Careers Page: https://www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/Your-Council/what-we-are-doing/Pages/Positions-Vacant.aspx & enter ref code: 6730328.
Applications are to be submitted by 09 March 2025 at 9pm (AEST, NSW) of the closing date advertised to be considered.
The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.