Shoalhaven City Council

Coordinator – Water Treatment

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $99,775 - $113,318 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• 38 hours per week (Monday to Sunday) with a 9-day fortnight
• Leaseback available
• Located at Shoalhaven Water Flinders Depot
• Applications close: Sunday, 10 May 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role

This role will supervise, monitor and control the operations and maintenance of the Shoalhaven Water Treatment System to Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) standards. This includes:

• Supporting and managing the day-to-day operations of the Water Treatment Team staff, finances and assets.
• Ensure processes, systems and protocols are in place for the Water Treatment Operations compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies.
• Ensure all operational and maintenance risks are managed in accordance with Council's enterprise risk management system.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field of study (Australian Qualifications Framework Certificate V), (e.g. Water Treatment and System Operation, Civil, Chemical, Chemistry) or relevant discipline/experience.
• Current NSW First Aid Certificate.
• Current NSW SafeWork Confined Spaces Entry Certificate.
• Fluoridation Plant Operators Certificate.
• Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Briefly describe your experience supervising and supporting teams, how do you approach leadership tasks?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 3203.

Applications Close: Sunday, 10 May 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Daniel Price - Water Operations Manager - (02) 4421 1707

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.