Water & Wastewater Ganger – Full-time

Council is seeking a self-motivated and experienced professional to supervise the Water and Wastewater maintenance, construction and general works, ensuring quality control of projects whilst maintaining a safe workplace.

• A base salary of $62,498 - $69,648 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate (plus allowances and 12% superannuation)
• Currently a 9-day fortnight (76 hours – Monday to Friday).

  On-call overtime and weekend work is a requirement.

The Position

The key components of the position include:

• Supervision of team ensuring quality control of projects.
• Evaluating performance and identifying training needs.
• Team building and team development.
• Labouring work associated with all water and wastewater maintenance, construction and general works.
• Laying piping and/or formworks as and when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate II in Water Industry Operations (Network Operations) with at least 2 years' relevant work experience.
• Possess and maintain a current Class HR driving licence. Failure to retain at least a minimum Class C driving licence may be grounds for dismissal.

• Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a “Functional Assessment” which includes an “Alcohol and Other Drug” screening.

For Further Information

Further enquiries regarding the position are to be directed to Guy Retallick, Assistant Manager Utility Operations, on 0417 041 336.

Applications Closing Date

Applications (including addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description) close Sunday, 24 August 2025, and should be emailed to jobs@leeton.nsw.gov.au or be marked CONFIDENTIAL and addressed to:

Human Resources Department
Leeton Shire Council
23-25 Chelmsford Place
LEETON NSW 2705  

Leeton Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.