• Play a key role in delivering safe, sustainable water services to the Coffs Harbour community
• Enjoy a lifestyle role on the Coffs Coast while leading critical water infrastructure operations
• Contribute to environmental protection and water quality outcomes that matter locally

About the role

As the Superintendent Moonee Water Reclamation Plant, you will play a vital role in operating, maintaining, and optimising the City's Water Reclamation Plants and associated systems. You will lead day-to-day plant operations, ensure compliance with environmental standards and EPA licence requirements, and support a high-performing team delivering essential services to the community.

This position combines technical expertise, leadership, and operational oversight; managing treatment processes, interpreting water quality data, coordinating maintenance, and supervising staff and contractors. You will also contribute to system improvements, sustainability initiatives, and safe workplace practices while ensuring reliable and compliant water treatment outcomes.

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

About you

You are an experienced water or wastewater professional with strong technical knowledge of treatment processes, including activated sludge systems, nutrient removal, and reclaimed water operations. You bring proven experience working with SCADA and telemetry systems, as well as a solid understanding of environmental regulations and safety standards. You are confident in supervising teams, supporting development, and working collaboratively across stakeholders, while maintaining strong communication, record-keeping and problem-solving capabilities in a dynamic operational environment.

What's on offer?

• Competitive Salary (from $77,414 p/a) depending on your capabilities and experience + allowances + 12% superannuation
• Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week
• 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 Adam Henderson, Coordinator Water and Wastewater Treatment on adam.henderson@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0448 442 903 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.

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.