Team Leader Network Operations - Water and Wastewater (Ballina)

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 Council is offering a outstanding opportunity for a suitably qualified, experienced and enthusiastic individual to lead and coordinate Council’s Water and Wastewater Network Operations team. Reporting to the Coordinator Water and Wastewater, this position is responsible for the delivery of essential water and wastewater network services across the Ballina Shire. You will lead and motivate operational teams to provide safe, reliable and efficient services to the community, while ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with Council standards and regulatory requirements. This hands-on leadership role offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, support continuous improvement, and oversee the effective maintenance and availability of critical plant and equipment. If you are a proactive leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to operational excellence and community service, we would love to hear from you. To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Relevant qualifications and previous experience in a relevant field.
- Proven knowledge of operations and maintenance practices for water and wastewater reticulation service delivery including sewer pump stations and water reservoirs.
- Knowledge of regulatory environment for delivery of water and wastewater services.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge of contract management and procurement.
- Demonstrated experience in and ability to manage and lead teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing high level customer service.
- Proven experience in budget administration and project management. The rewards
- A salary range of $92,600 to $106,200 per annum (plus 12% superannuation), dependent upon experience, skills and qualifications. This is applicable to a 9 day fortnight work arrangement, and incorporates the payment of five hours of approved overtime per fortnight according to Council’s Annual Salary Agreement.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- 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.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions. Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package. Applications close 11.30pm on Sunday 14 June 2026 Specific enquiries Scott Turner | Manager Water and Wastewater | [0438 025 214](tel:0438 025 214) Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qdtfh