Coordinator Water and Waste Programs

Come and work as a vital member of our Water & Waste team here at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.

The Role:

The Coordinator Water & Waste Programs will provide support to the Manager Water & Waste in planning and implementing operational and capital programs in the water, wastewater and resource recovery group. The position will provide a high level of coordination, technical advice, oversight and guidance to ensure water, wastewater and resource recovery assets are adequately maintained, renewed and upgraded, with an emphasis on increasing efficiency, continuous improvement and achieving Council objectives.

What we are looking for:

You will have proven experience in managing water and waste programs or related projects You will be able to identify and analyse complex problems, review relevant information at hand and develop and evaluate different options and implement solutions You will possess a comprehensive knowledge of applicable legislation and industry standards as well as the procedures and operations of water and waste activities as they relate to a Local Authority You will have excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills while being able to take direction and cultivate respectful, professional relationships with all stakeholders which include industry clients, the public  and Council staff You will have strong computer literacy with databases, GIS software, spatial analysis tools and Windows based systems including spreadsheets and project management software.

What we can offer you:

Permanent, full-time position LGOA Level 7/1 – $98,393 per annum Mareeba Allowance – up to $1,651 per annum Up to 12% employer superannuation contributions 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading Work/Life balance – Rostered day off (19-day month) Lifestyle benefits such as access to a Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrificing options

Interested?

Please send the following documents to  [email protected]

Cover letter (no more than 500 words) Current resume Fully completed Employment Application form

Applications close: Sunday 3 September 2023  

For further information about this position contact Morris Hamill, Manager Water & Waste, on 0407 675 907 during business hours only.

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.