Salary Range: $1,148 - $1,310 per 35 hour week + superannuation
Are you passionate about water systems, problem-solving, and making a real difference in your community?
Warrumbungle Shire Council is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Water Technical Officer to help manage and maintain our essential water and sewer infrastructure. This role is perfect for someone who loves combining technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork, who’s not afraid to get into the data and the dirt!
In this dynamic role, you’ll work closely with our operations team to monitor system performance, support asset management and renewal planning, assist with compliance and reporting, and contribute to project coordination. From sampling and testing water, to investigating quality complaints, to analysing SCADA data and mapping infrastructure in GIS—this position offers plenty of variety and a real sense of purpose as you help ensure safe, sustainable services across the Shire.
To thrive in this role, you'll bring relevant qualifications in water operations, civil engineering or a related discipline—or be well on your way to achieving them. You'll need a solid understanding of water and sewer systems, compliance and water quality standards, and be confident analysing data to support operational decisions. Strong communication and record-keeping skills are a must, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A NSW Class C Driver Licence and White Card are essential, and if you’ve worked with GIS, SCADA, or asset management systems before, that’s a big plus!
If you’re looking for a role where your technical skills will be valued, your contribution will matter, and you can enjoy a great lifestyle in regional NSW, then we want to hear from you. Come join a friendly, professional team that keeps things flowing—for real.
This position can be located in Coolah or Coonabarabran. Both are vibrant rural towns in the beautiful Warrumbungle region of NSW, offering a high quality of life, welcoming communities, and stunning natural surroundings. Whether you prefer Coolah’s charming village atmosphere at the gateway to Coolah Tops National Park or Coonabarabran’s dynamic blend of science, culture, and access to the Warrumbungle National Park, both towns provide affordable living, excellent schools, and a relaxed country lifestyle. With strong community support, diverse local amenities, and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities, either location offers an ideal setting to live, work, and thrive in regional NSW.
Selection criteria include:
- Relevant qualifications in water operations.
- Demonstrated understanding of water and sewer system operations, compliance requirements, and water quality standards.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - ability to undertake system investigations, interpret data, and contribute to solutions for operational issues.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, contractors and the community.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records in a technical setting.
- Understanding of WHS responsibilities and commitment to regulatory compliance in water and sewer services.
- Current NSW Class C Driver Licence
- Whitecard or willing to obtain.
It's a plus if you have experience with asset management systems, GIS or SCADA platforms (or similar).
Benefits of working for Council
Council is committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including
- Great leave opportunities
- Long service leave after 5 years
- 1 RDO every 4 weeks
- Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
- Carer’s leave
- 3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
- Purchase additional leave or cash out leave
- Deferred leave scheme – eg work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay!
- Support for training and professional development
- Formal training opportunities
- Access to thousands of free online training courses
- Weekly pay cycle
- Mobile phone allowance available if you bring your own device
- Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
- Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements
- Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One
- Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available
- PPE provided
- Generous uniform allowance
About Warrumbungle Shire Council
Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran.
With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.
At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government.
Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 14 September 2025.
For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.
Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.