Cobar Shire Council

Water & Wastewater Manager

• Make an impact and help build our community as our new Water & Wastewater Manager!
• Negotiable salary package!
• Relocation assistance and heavily subsidised housing available to make Cobar your new home!

About Cobar Shire Council

At the heart of New South Wales, Cobar Shire Council is dedicated to fostering community growth and providing vital services, including infrastructure development, environmental sustainability, and community support. Our commitment is to enhance the lives of our residents and drive economic growth, offering meaningful opportunities for professionals to contribute significantly. In collaboration, the Cobar Water Board ensures the sustainable management of water supply, which is integral to our community's resilience and well-being. Join us in our mission to create a more connected and thriving community, where every career is impactful and aligned with our professional yet heartfelt environment.

To learn more about us, please visit: cobar.nsw.gov.au/

About the Opportunity

Cobar Water Board is seeking a full-time Water & Wastewater Manager based in Cobar, NSW.

This role provides an opportunity to lead our water and wastewater team to new heights of efficiency and innovation.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading operational and capital programs for water and wastewater, ensuring excellence in maintenance, renewal, and upgrades
• Supplying technical advice and managerial oversight for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and achievement of council objectives
• Providing mentorship and leadership to your team, emphasising people management, staff development, and retention
• Ensuring effective management of water and wastewater operations in line with council guidelines

To read the full position description, please click here.

About You

To qualify, you will need a degree in Engineering (or similar) and/or extensive operational management experience in the water and wastewater industry, projects, and infrastructure.

Leadership skills are essential; we seek an exceptional individual who can master the intricacies of engineering and excel in managing people. Field experience is highly valued, with a special call for those who can balance technical expertise with outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Moreover, we're looking for:

• Proven leadership and the ability to mentor and manage diverse teams
• Strong technical background in water and wastewater 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the capacity to drive change
• Flexibility and agility to adapt to evolving challenges and opportunities

As our ideal candidate, you're as comfortable in the field as you are in leading meetings, with a natural ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels and drive our team forward.

About the Benefits

Your expertise and commitment are rewarded with a competitive remuneration package, to be negotiated based on your skills, experience, and organisational fit.

Tailored to reflect your skills, experience, and qualifications, the package also includes:

• Relocation assistance to ease your transition to Cobar
• Heavily subsidised housing, offering support for your living arrangements
• Leaseback vehicle, ensuring mobility and efficiency
• A positive, inclusive, and dynamic work culture
• Professional development opportunities

Join us in a role where your contributions are truly valued and supported. If you're ready to make a significant impact with Cobar Shire Council, apply today and start a fulfilling journey with us.