Bega Valley Shire Council

Liquid Trade Waste Officer

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to implement the management of liquid trade waste (LTW) discharges to sewer in accordance with the NSW LTW Management Guidelines 2021 (the Guidelines) and Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 (s68 of the LGA).

As a Liquid Trade Waste Officer, you will process LTW Applications and issue LTW Approvals in accordance with the Guidelines and s68 of the LGA. You will undertake inspections and collect information required for approving LTW discharge to sewer and for assessing compliance with LTW Approval conditions.

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About You

We are seeking a Licensed Plumber or individual who holds a Certificate IV Water Operations (Liquid Trade Waste) or equivalent qualification suitable for the role, or a willingness and ability to complete such training. And holds a Confined Spaces Entry Certificate along with a Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence.

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrated knowledge of liquid trade waste management, plumbing and drainage and sewerage systems
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, to work in a self-directed manner, and to plan and prioritise work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and capacity build relationships with customers and colleagues
• Working knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft (MS) Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, Content Manager and Authority.
• Ability to use survey and inspection Apps on a mobile tablet and phone

Benefits

This is a permanent, full time position working 35 hours per week.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $95,251.52 gross per annum, comprising of:

• $1,635.50 per week base salary
• $196.26 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Leaseback vehicle or commuter use vehicle
• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• AnnualAwardsalary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Ken McLeod - Water Resources Coordinator on 02 6499 2176 or 0428 275 565.

Applications close 11.59pm AEST on 8 July 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.

This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.