Ku-ring-gai Council

Supervisor Drainage Maintenance

Supervisor Drainage Maintenance

• Salary $91,656.76 to $106,322.32 p/a + super
• 38 hours per week/9 day fortnight
• Leaseback vehicle offered 

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Are you passionate about maintaining vital infrastructure and ensuring the safety of your community?

Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Supervisor - Drainage Maintenance to join our dedicated team.

As the Supervisor - Drainage Maintenance, you will play a critical role in overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of drainage systems across Ku-ring-gai.

You will lead a team to ensure timely and efficient maintenance, repair, and installation of drainage systems, helping to protect the environment and improve the safety and functionality of our community.

Reporting to the Coordinator Road Services, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise and coordinate drainage maintenance and repair activities
• Manage a team of workers, ensuring high levels of performance, safety, and compliance
• Oversee the inspection and assessment of drainage infrastructure, including stormwater systems, pipes, culverts, and pits
• Prepare reports, schedules, and maintenance plans
• Ensure that work is completed in compliance with council policies, environmental regulations, and industry standards
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to manage projects
• Provide technical advice and support on drainage-related issues

Skills & experience

• Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering and/or equivalent experience
• Traffic Control Certificates (Prepare a Work zone Traffic management Plan/ Implement Traffic Control Plans/Traffic Controller) or willingness to undertake training
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• WHS Construction Induction Certificate
• Knowledge of Local Government engineering operations
• Working knowledge and experience in drainage maintenance

Benefits

• 38 hour working week
• Leaseback vehicle offered
• Fitness Passport
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more Contact Jennifer Demarais on 9424 0879

Closes: 11:30pm, Monday 12 May 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer