Water and Sewer Technical Leads – multiple positions available

We have exciting new opportunities for multiple full-time Water and Sewer Technical Leads to join our team! (early 2026 commencement date)

You will have the ability to lead small teams in operation and maintenance of critical water supply and sewerage services
With strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and team briefing
The Mid-Western Region is located in the Central Tablelands of NSW, just over 3 hours from Sydney. Mudgee provides many reasons to relocate with great lifestyle benefits and the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The region’s community is welcoming and friendly, which is why the region has become a popular location for tree changers who have had enough of traffic jams, congestion and long work hours.

The Benefits of Working with MWRC:

A competitive salary, Flexible Working Arrangements | Long Service Leave after 5 years
This role is full-time, based on site in Mudgee working a 9-day fortnight.
Fitness Passport | Generous Leave Provisions | Service Recognition Awards | Health & Wellbeing Program | Relocation Assistance
Based in the award winning town of Mudgee, NSW
Access to a generous training budget where you can grow your skills
The Job Opportunity:

Support and participate in the implementation and review of Council’s Drinking Water Management System, Dam Safety Management System and Wastewater Quality Management System, WHS systems, and other organisation systems as assigned.
Lead and supervise the operations and maintenance of water supply and sewerage systems within legislative requirements and in accordance with: EPA Licence conditions; Drinking Water Management System; Dam Safety Management System; Wastewater Quality Management System and Council’s agreed Levels of Service.
Lead, manage and mentor a team of W&S Operators and Facilities Attendants designated to work locations, areas and/or projects including provision of ongoing performance feedback, evaluation and development.
Responsible for onsite operations, scheduled preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance as assigned to: sewage process facilities; water supply process facilities.
Responsible for construction, operations, scheduled preventative maintenance, and reactive maintenance as assigned to: water supply networks; sewerage networks.
Responsible for compliance activities including onsite monitoring, inspection and reporting as assigned for o liquid trade waste program: backflow and metering device compliance; developer contributed assets; project site supervision.
Responsible for tracking and monitoring budget expenditure including resourcing and plant expenses on projects and work tasks as assigned.
Liaise with contractors, suppliers and stakeholders in respect to capital and operational projects.
Deliver operational and maintenance scheduling of fleet and equipment utilised by the team and report on maintenance undertaken.
Undertake minor projects in their entirety including scope, budget development, design, installation and commissioning as directed by Coordinators.
Assist Co-ordinators and the Water & Sewer Team in identifying trends and abnormalities within the water and sewer systems, to assist with decision making during operational incidents and identifying assets for renewal/upgrade.
Responsible for responding to escalated alarms and abnormal conditions to implement corrective actions in a safe and timely manner.
Perform emergency response and participate in on-call roster as Supervisor and for operational duties as required.
Identify training requirements for teams of responsibility as assigned, lead training (incl competency-based training) in own areas of expertise and mentor less experienced staff contributing to an efficient, effective team.
To promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements of the Workplace Environment Statement.
This role requires a satisfactory Police History Criminal Check prior to commencing.

To Thrive in Your New Role:

You will do short term and day to day scheduling and monitoring of teams of Water and Sewer Operations.
Be responsible for coordinating operation and maintenance of Council’s infrastructure with other supporting teams.
What is next –

Applications close on Wednesday 17 December 2026 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:

Claire Cam, Manager Water and Sewer Operations (02) 6378 2850