• Join our growing Water Services team in this newly created role and help shape the future of asset management across the Coffs Coast.
• Drive smarter asset decisions that balance risk, cost, performance and community outcomes.
• Help maximise the value of essential water and wastewater assets that support a growing region.

About the role

Water is one of our community's most essential services, and we're looking for an experienced Asset Engineer to help shape how we plan, manage and invest in the infrastructure that supports our growing region.

As a newly created role within our expanding Water Services team, this is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across the Coffs Coast. You'll play a key role in strategic asset management, long-term planning, infrastructure investment and network performance, helping ensure our assets continue to deliver reliable and sustainable services for the community.

Working alongside passionate professionals, you'll use data, engineering expertise and innovative thinking to improve the performance and resilience of our water, wastewater and recycled water networks. From developing asset management strategies and renewal programs through to analysing asset risk and investment priorities, you'll help ensure our infrastructure continues to deliver value for the community. As a newly created role, you'll have the opportunity to influence how we manage our assets, strengthen decision-making and contribute to the continued growth of the Water Services team.

Please refer to the Position Description for a more detailed understanding of the role.

About you

You are a qualified engineering professional with experience in water and wastewater asset management or a related infrastructure field. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in infrastructure planning or asset management, and the ability to communicate technical information clearly to a range of stakeholders. A tertiary qualification in engineering (or a related discipline) and a current Class C Driver Licence are essential.

What's on offer?

• Competitive Salary from $114,518.88 to 120,546.19 p/a depending on your capabilities and experience + 12% superannuation
• This position attracts an additional 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance
• An enhanced salary package may be available for an outstanding candidate
• Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
• Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
• Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements!
• Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Hear from our General Manager, Murray "Muz" Wood, on why a career at the City may be right for you!

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Tom Jacobs, Section Leader Planning and Delivery on tom.jacobs@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 02 6648 4534 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around or require specific assistance or adjustments with any aspect of the application/recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found below.

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on the advertised closing date.

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The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.