Strategic Engineering Coordinator

What We Are Looking For

Are you a Strategic Engineering Coordinator looking for your next challenge while balancing lifestyle? Join our Water and Sewer team in an award-winning local government organisation.

This role supports the Manager Water and Sewer by leading and managing a team of engineering and technical staff in planning for efficient and effective water supply and sewerage systems. This includes cost effective delivery of a program of capital works, provision of technical advice to ensure appropriate developer contributed asset creation, and contribution to strategic planning that informs Council's Delivery Program and annual Operational Plan,

This is an exciting opportunity to work with an ever-changing dynamic team within the Mid-Western Regional Council.

This role is a full-time, based on site in Mudgee with options of flexible working arrangements.

We offer a competitive Total Remuneration Package, negotiable between $145,000 and $165,000 per annum (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience) over a 19 day month and long service leave after 5 years. A leaseback vehicle is available as part of the package.

Key Accountabilities

• Co-ordinate engineering and technical services consistent with legislative requirements and Council's Community Plan.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Council's strategic plans for water supply and sewer systems.
• Co-ordinate the planning, development and delivery of effective capital works and compliance programs for water supply and sewerage infrastructure including budget preparation and program cost control.
• Set and manage project performance expectations with team members, contractors and stakeholders; and delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate resources.
• Co-ordinate advice to Council's Planning Department and Development Engineering Team regarding requirements for and assessment of developer contributed water and sewer assets.
• Manage a team of technical staff to develop and maintain effective asset management systems including development of asset maintenance plans.
• Co-ordinate and deliver projects and outcomes in accordance with budget allocations and strategic priorities;
• Engage and coordinate contractors in accordance with Council's policies, procedures and delegations;
• Prepare clear and concise reports to Council and relevant governing bodies on issues as they relate to this position.
• To promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements of the Workplace Environment Statement.
  
  

About Mudgee

The Mudgee Region is blessed with outstanding tourist delights, investment opportunities and lifestyle attractions, all just 3.5 hours from Sydney. Add to this breathtaking natural beauty, fine wine, locally grown produce and a real community with heart and soul; it's a perfect lifestyle envied by others. What's more, Mudgee has been named the top NSW tourism town - two years running!

What Is Next -

Applications close on Tuesday 29 July at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Further Information Can Be Obtained From

Kim Stanton or Jaime Adams, HR Officers (02) 6378 2752

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