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Major Construction Supervisor

2 weeks ago

Lake Illawarra, New South Wales, Australia Shoalhaven City Council Full time $82,529 - $96,973 per year
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Salary: $82,529 - $96,073 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
  • 38 hours per week (Monday to Sunday) with a 9 day fortnight
  • Based from Shoalhaven Water's Operations Depot, Flinders Road, South Nowra
  • Applications close: Tuesday 9 September 2025 (at midnight)

About the Role

Shoalhaven Water is seeking a dedicated Major Construction Supervisor to lead and manage the operations of our Major Construction Crew within Shoalhaven Water. This role is responsible for planning and supervising major construction and maintenance works for water and wastewater distribution and headwork facilities.

Reporting to the Construction Coordinator, you will oversee a team of 8 direct reports and play a key role in maintaining customer service standards, environmental protection, workplace safety and support the day-today operation for the team.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Supervises and supports a team within Council to enable Council to function at an optimal level.
  • Exhibits leadership behaviours by showing initiative, taking responsibility for self and group actions and referring issues of ethics and probity.
  • Supports continuous improvement by identifying improvements to processes and practices and supporting change.
  • Undertake project planning including investigation, CCTV, basic plans, estimating, ordering materials and organising resources.
  • Provide advice in relation to major sewer repairs to the Construction Coordinator.
  • Actively promote involvement of staff in team meetings.
  • Ensure adequate level and distribution of staffing is maintained to meet operational requirements.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

  • Certificate IV in Water Industry (i.e. Civil Engineering or Water/Wastewater Engineering), relevant trade qualifications or considerable experience in construction of wastewater/water systems.
  • Class C Driver's Licence.
  • Current NSW SafeWork First Aid Certificate.
  • Current National WHS Construction Card (SafeWork).
  • Current NSW SafeWork Confined Spaces Entry Certificate.
  • Asbestos Licence for removal of >10 sq meters
  • Proof of Australian residency or citizenship or authority to work in Australia (visa).
  • Supervisory experience (including the ability to lead and promote teamwork).
  • Recent relevant experience in water and/or wastewater infrastructure work.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Project or similar software.
  • Knowledge of and ability to prepare quotes and estimates for minor work and the ability to monitor project expenditure.
  • Read and understand service standards and project documentation.
  • Write routine correspondence and reports.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow defined WHS policies and procedures.
  • A commitment to undertake relevant workplace training.
  • Must be willing to work on call.
  • A commitment to undertake relevant workplace training.

The team at Shoalhaven Water are high performing and committed to providing efficient, effective water and wastewater services to the Shoalhaven. As we work towards being a leader in the water industry, we know that our human resources are just as important as our natural resources. This is why we look for dedicated and enthusiastic people to join our team and be the driving force behind our vision and mission. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

How to ApplyTo submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

  1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
  2. Outline your qualifications and licences relevant to this role.
  3. Describe your experience supervising teams.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on

Applications Close: Tuesday 9 September 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mark Jennings - Unit Manager - Water Operations

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

  • 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
  • Option of flexitime for indoor staff
  • 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
  • Flexible and remote working arrangements
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years
  • Novated lease arrangements available
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace