At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That's where you'll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Mechanical Supervisor (Water & Sewer)

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you'll be part of that impact every single day. We're at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn't get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Water Sewer Mechanical Coordinator, Infrastructure, and develop your skills and future career.

Find people you can count on, and a lifestyle you love

As Mechanical Supervisor (Water & Sewer), you'll play a key role in shaping the future of water and sewer services across the Dubbo region. With a hands‑on mix of field and office work, you'll own outcomes, develop capability, and work with a supportive team committed to doing things the right way. Enjoy a 9‑day fortnight, a lease‑back vehicle option, and a role that lets you build a meaningful career while maintaining the lifestyle you value in the community you call home.

This role is known as Water Sewer Mechanical Coordinator on the Council Organisational Structure.

You'll make an impact by:

Owning the safe and effective operation of water and sewer mechanical assets, ensuring best‑practice outcomes from start to finish
Applying your practical trade background (including carpentry and plumbing skills) to solve problems on the ground
Leading with a strong safety mindset, promoting safe systems of work across teams and contractors
Managing stakeholder communication and delivering completed works you can confidently stand behind
Growing a strong team culture through hands‑on leadership and knowledge sharing

What you'll bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

Trade Qualification in Engineering Mechanical Trade or Equivalent with extensive post trade experience
Demonstrated experience working in the water industry in particular treating water and wastewater
Demonstrated ability to lead a team and manage stakeholder relationships
Administrative skills demonstrating a competent level of literacy, numeracy and intermediate computer skills.
Experience in contractor management and understanding critical asset management

We would also love you to have:

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification or experience
Experience with fluid hydraulics and pneumatics

Ready to find more from work and life?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $92,580 to $107,591. A leaseback vehicle is also available.

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Water and Sewer Treatment Specialist, Infrastructure on 02 •••• •865 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

Applications close 9:00am,Wednesday 30th June 2026

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Considering relocating for this opportunity?

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Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you'll find a great combination. Here's what you can expect in your career with us:

Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It'll always be that way. But right here, right now, we're at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

Find personal and professional growth

You'll find so much variety here. We're doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don't have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you'll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.