Sewer Supervisor (Maintenance) [Re-advertised]

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sewer Supervisor (Maintenance) to join our Utilities team.

In this role you will oversee and coordinate the maintenance and repair activities of the sewer network within the Utilities branch, leading a team, scheduling work assignments, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental requirements, and managing equipment, materials and operational resources effectively. Team composition and direct reports may vary depending on operational requirements.

The Sewer Supervisor (Maintenance) plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of Council's sewer infrastructure, supporting the delivery of essential services while protecting public health and the environment.

This role is dual graded depending on your skills and qualifications; without a trade is considered a Grade 4 and with a trade is a Grade 6 in our salary structure.

Note: This role is based in the Byron Shire of Northern NSW. We are open to considering candidates for relocation, so are extending our search to people based in other metropolitan areas who may be seeking better work-life balance and a lifestyle change. This role offers the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle, meaningful local projects, and a supportive regional council environment.

Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates, in line with Council’s relocation policy.

Interested in other leadership opportunities? Be sure to check out our current vacancies across Council and find the role that's right for you.

• Plan, schedule and coordinate sewer maintenance activities, including inspections, cleaning and repairs.
• Lead day-to-day operations to ensure work is completed safely, on time and within budget.
• Inspect and assess sewer assets, identify priorities and implement maintenance solutions.
• Oversee the safe operation and maintenance of specialised plant, equipment and tools.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records using asset management and maintenance systems.
• Deliver maintenance projects across gravity, vacuum and low-pressure sewer networks, including rising mains.
• Coordinate sewer overflow response, environmental sampling and other operational activities.
• Contribute to maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset performance.
• Read and interpret plans, drawings and technical specifications, and utilise digital systems for reporting and asset management.
• Manage budgets and expenditure in accordance with financial delegations.

Grade 4

• Year 12 Certificate.
• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or similar, or equivalent experience in a comparable role.
• Class C Driver's Licence.
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Immunisation certification appropriate to the nature of works to be undertaken.
• Proven success in sewer maintenance or similar role.
• Leadership and coordination of small to medium-sized teams.
• Experience in construction and maintenance industries.
• Experience operating minor/major plant equipment.

Grade 6

All of the above and:

• Trade Qualification Plumber and Drainer with a min of 2 years post-trade experience (4+ years preferred) or equivalent.
• Managing budgets and delegations.
• Development of and/or contribution to works programming.
• Performance management of team and team development, e.g. training, skills development, performance reviews.
• Coordination and liaison with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external agencies.

• Full time permanent position (38 hours per week / 9 day fortnight)
• Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of:
  • Grade 4: $1,237.66 to $1,434.02 plus a 3% Market Loading
  • Grade 6: $1,403.59 to 1,626.28 plus a 7% Market Loading
  • Per 38 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience)
• Commuter use vehicle lease
• Potential relocation assistance

Interested in the opportunity but your salary expectations are higher? We encourage you to contact us for a confidential discussion about the role, your experience and salary expectations.

• Annual salary reviews and increases based on award conditions
• 12% Superannuation
• Education and training support
• Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
• Fitness Passport
• Opportunity to work with an experienced and committed team!

Location: This position is based at our Depot and (STP) Sewerage Treatment Plant in Byron Bay; however, Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

Contact: Jason Stanley - Principal Engineer - Operations 02 6685 9***

Closing date: 12pm (NSW time), Friday 11 September 2026. Application will be reviewed as they are received.

Position Description: Download Sewer Maintenance Supervisor Position Description here

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of our community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working – including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.

We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.

Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation – we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

Pre-Employment Screening Process:

• Reference Checks: Referees will preferably be your current or most recent supervisor and must be able to comment directly on your abilities in a work situation. If you have any objection to this action, your concerns should be raised in your application and be discussed with the Selection Panel.
• Functional Health Assessment: If applicable, the functional health assessment evaluates your physical and functional capacity against the physical demands necessary to safely perform the job for which you have applied.
• Background Screening: Background checks verify the information you have provided in your application, and where applicable, also check for relevant criminal history. Checks may also include, for example, a confirmation of your employment history, qualifications/tickets and working with children clearance.

As a candidate you can start an application and progressively update the application until you are ready to submit, using the 'Save Application' Feature.

You can start an application on the go, from anywhere and return to finish your application via the automatic follow up email when you have time and the required information at hand.

You must use your own email address and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with Council.

Being mindful of diversity and inclusion we have provided 2 options to apply for the position:

You may wish to prepare your responses in a Word document, and then COPY and PASTE into the fields below.

Step 1: Fill out our online application form below. Once you have completed all the questions, click 'Next'

Step 2: Attach your resume/CV and a cover letter (optional). Once you have attached your document/s click 'Next'.

Step 3: Please review your application and confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to send your completed application.

You will receive an email to confirm your application has been received.

Step 1: Scroll down and review the Questions that you are required to answer.

Step 2: Record an audio file of your responses and save the file (the file must be in an MP3 format and less than 50MB). Please note that all questions with a drop box or a check box as well as the reference checks details can not be answered via audio file and must be completed below.

Step 3: Fill out the Personal Details section and the questions that can not be completed by audio file on the application form below. For all of the Questions where you are responding via audio file, type the response “audio file”. Once you have completed all the questions, click 'Next'

Step 4: Attach your resume/CV, a cover letter (optional) and your audio file. Once you have attached your documents click 'Next'.

Step 5: Please review your application and confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to send your completed application.

You will receive an email to confirm your application has been received.