Water Services Engineer

4 days ago

Quirindi New South Wales, Australia Liverpool Plains Shire Council Full time $97,806 - $125,195 per year
  • Permanent full-time role
  • 9 day fortnight
  • Opportunities for learning and development

Are you a practical, technically skilled and solutions-focused engineer looking for your next challenge? We are looking for an Engineer to join our Water & Waste team.

As the Water Services Engineer, you will use your technical knowledge and skills to deliver best practice water and wastewater services that comply with guidelines, statutory requirements and standards. You will ensure the effective and efficient use of resources to manage the operations for water and wastewater infrastructure, including water treatment, pump stations, pipe systems, monitoring equipment and treatment facilities.

For more information about the role, please read the position description.

ABOUT US

The Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a diverse organisation employing over 120 staff across a wide variety of fields who deliver a range of services to the local government area encompassing Blackville, Caroona, Currabubula, Pine Ridge, Premer, Quirindi, Spring Ridge, Wallabadah, Werris Creek and Willow Tree and the almost 8000 residents who reside there.

The council is situated in Quirindi, the heart of the Liverpool Plains, 65km from Tamworth and about four hours North West of Sydney, famous for its stunning landscapes and rich, highly productive land and is the perfect place to call home.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer a salary starting at$97,806 - $125,195 gross per annum plus 12% superannuation. The starting salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the position.

In addition to the competitive salary, you will also have access to a range of benefits including:

  • 9-day fortnight
  • Access to training opportunities
  • Generous sick and annual leave entitlements
  • Long service leave after 5 years' continuous service
  • Discounted gym membership at Plains Fitness.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Rod Batterham, Manager Water and Waste Services on for a confidential discussion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form below ensuring you answer all questions. We recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. Word) then copy your answers into the application form when you're ready. On the following page attach a copy of your cover letter, CV and qualifications.

Once you have submitted your application you should receive an email acknowledgement that it has been received.  If you do not receive the acknowledgement, please check your junk or spam email boxes and contact Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday, 26 October 2025

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining and supporting a diverse & inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages.

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