Project Supervisor Water

The Opportunity

The Project Supervisor Water plays a key role in delivering capital works projects across Council's water and sewer networks. Working closely with Project Managers, contractors and operational teams, you will provide on-site supervision, monitor contractor performance, ensure compliance with specifications and standards, and maintain accurate project records. You will act as the critical link between project leadership and field activities, ensuring timely communication, quality outcomes and safe project delivery.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being in the field, solving problems and driving continuous improvement. You'll contribute to contract administration activities, oversee inspections and testing requirements, champion workplace safety, and help deliver essential infrastructure projects that support our community.

What you'll bring

• Minimum Certificate III in Civil Construction or Water Operations (or similar), and a current white card.
• Experience supervising civil, water or sewer infrastructure construction works and contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications and construction standards.
• Sound knowledge of water and sewer construction practices, WSAA Codes, WHS and Environmental legislation, and relevant industry standards.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and provide a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, drive process improvements, maintain accurate records, and contribute to contract and project management activities.
• A Class C Driver Licence.

Salary: Salary range $77,741.93 - $90,374.60 p.a. plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

A to and from vehicle arrangement will be made with the successful candidate for this role. This is a fully maintained vehicle for business a use only.

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

Closing date: Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11:00 pm.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Luke Ayres - Minor Works Coordinator Water Project Delivery who is the hiring manager for this role. Luke can be reached on (02) 7955 7837 or at ***email_hidden***.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Josie Reardon, Human Resources Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Josie can be reached on (02) 7955 7328 or at [email protected].

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named 'Yalawanyi Ganya' which means "sitting/meeting place" in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.