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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

Council is offering a great opportunity for a suitably qualified, experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our Engineering Works section. Reporting to Council’s Team Leader Utilities Construction, this is a hands-on leadership opportunity responsible for leading a skilled team in delivering essential water, wastewater, stormwater and revetment wall infrastructure for the community.

The role plays a key role in planning, coordinating and delivering construction programs, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard — on time, within budget and in line with Council’s operational objectives.

Your leadership will be key in fostering a collaborative environment that prioritises safety, environmental sustainability and high-quality outcomes.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Demonstrated excellent working knowledge of and a high level of experience in the construction, maintenance and operation of civil infrastructure.
• Certificate III in Construction, Project Management, Water Industry Operations, or Water Industry Treatment or equivalent.
• Proven experience in the supervision of staff and contractors, including monitoring performance, coordinating worksite activities and training and development.
• Work Safely in the Construction Industry Induction ticket (white card) or willingness to obtain.

The rewards

• A salary range of $80,900 to $92,800 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills and experience. This incorporates the payment of four hours of approved overtime per fortnight according to Council’s Annual Salary Agreement. 
• 4 day week working arrangement. 
• Fitness Passport membership options.
• Training and development opportunities.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026

Specific enquiries

Peter Reade | Team Leader Utilities Construction  | 0436 395 354

How To Apply

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