Water Process Planning Engineer

Overview

Water Process Planning Engineer role at Careers at Council. MidCoast NSW, New South Wales. This is a permanent, full-time position based at the Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya, 2 Biripi Way, Taree, with potential work across MidCoast Council sites.

The role

As a Water Process Planning Engineer, you will play a key role in managing and designing water, sewer, and recycled water treatment plant augmentation projects. You will oversee projects from initiation through to the completion of the concept design phase, ensuring they are completed on time, on budget, and meet MidCoast Council's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, process design, and management of water and sewer infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget.
• Prepare and review high-quality process designs, business cases, design reports, and cost estimates. Ensure accuracy, reliability, and alignment with council objectives and stakeholder requirements.
• Develop feasible plant upgrade strategies and concept designs to meet future demands and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with or lead assessments of plant site capacities to ensure infrastructure meets future needs.
• Collaborate with engineers and the Water Management & Treatment department to ensure accurate system loadings and process criteria are used for existing and new systems.

What We're Looking For

• Degree level qualification in Chemical (Process) Engineering, Environmental Engineering or similar discipline, with a focus on water and sewer systems.
• Proven experience in managing water and sewer infrastructure projects, including design and process management.
• Strong technical skills in preparing process designs, reports, and cost estimates.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

What we offer

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more.

Salary: Base salary $94,500 p.a. - $113,400 p.a. (commencing salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate depending on qualifications, skills and experience)

• Civil Liability Allowance (3.5% of base salary)
• Superannuation (12%)

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

Closing date: Sunday 7 September 2025 at 11.30 pm.

What To Expect During The Recruitment Process

• Written Application – Provide your current CV and respond to the application questions, ensuring your answers are aligned with the key requirements and responsibilities of the role.
• Interview – Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview to further discuss their experience and suitability for the role. Any second round interviews will be held face-to-face.
• Post-Interview Assessments – Selected candidates may be required to complete technical assessments and/or psychosocial evaluations relevant to the role.
• Reference Checks – Final stage candidates will be asked to provide professional references to support their application.

How To Apply

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting; please ensure you submit before the closing date.
• Click the NEXT button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe we can reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the center of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility named Yalawanyi Ganya, meaning "sitting/meeting place" in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About The MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle. The community is welcoming with a growing economy and natural beauty.

Our commitment

MidCoast Council provides equal employment opportunities. We aim to provide an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. If you need adjustments during the application process or at work, contact HR. We recognise the skills of veterans and welcome ex-service personnel. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.

For questions related to position requirements please contact Tracey Hamer, Manager Water Planning and Assets, at or For questions about the application process contact Candice Plevey, HR Business Partner, at or

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