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Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

We are looking for a safety conscious, dedicated and appropriately experienced and qualified individual to join Council's wastewater treatment plants team. Reporting to the Supervisor Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, this position is responsible for operating and maintaining Council’s wastewater and recycled water treatment plant facilities.

A key objective of the role will be to train and mentor trainees and to work constructively with the team to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of:  creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment or equivalent.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment operations including adherence to regulatory, health, environmental and safety requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision and training of staff.
• Proven good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated digital literacy with experience and competence in computer and devices (e.g. tablets, iPhone) applications.

The rewards

• An annual salary range of $65,800 to $75,500 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Specific enquiries

John Fittock | Supervisor Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants | 02 6686 3780 

Applications close

11.30pm on Tuesday 2 September 2025

How to apply

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