Ballina Shire Council

Supervisor Water and Wastewater Mechanical Services

ABOUT US

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

Reporting to the Team Leader Treatment and Mechanical Services, this position is responsible for supervising and coordinating Council’s Water and Wastewater Mechanical Services team to ensure the efficient, safe and reliable delivery of mechanical services that support the operation and maintenance of essential water and wastewater infrastructure.

This position plays a key role in leading daily mechanical operations, coordinating maintenance activities and providing technical guidance to staff. This hands-on leadership position offers the opportunity to motivate and develop a skilled workforce, promote a strong safety and service culture, and ensure mechanical services are delivered efficiently, effectively and in accordance with Council’s operational objectives, budget requirements, and environmental, quality and WHS standards.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of water & wastewater mechanical equipment and infrastructure including pumps, mechanical blowers, belt press, aeration equipment and screens.
• Relevant trade qualification as a mechanical fitter.
• Proven experience in the supervision of staff and contractors, including monitoring performance, coordinating worksite activities and training and development.
• Proven good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated digital literacy with experience and competence in computer and devices (e.g. tablets, iPhone) applications.
• Willingness and ability to work on call in accordance with section requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and work health and safety, risk, environmental and quality systems and an ability to apply them to work practices.

The rewards

• An annual salary range of $73,600 to $84,500 (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).
• Access to a commuter use utility vehicle is currently assigned to this position.
• 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.
• Provision of uniform and PPE.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Clickhereto view the Position Description and Information Package.

Specific enquiries

Ethan Trees | Team Leader Treatment and Mechanical Services | 0438 813 917

Applications close

11.00pm on Friday 14 August 2026