Team Leader Reticulation North (Water Utilities)

Are you an Experienced Plumber or Water Utilities Operator Ready to Step Into a Leadership Role?

• Earn up to $89K PLUS Super, On-Call Allowances, Overtime & Weekly Pay
• Enjoy a 9-Day Fortnight, Flexible Work Arrangements & Minimum 4-Hour Overtime Payments
• Access Long Service Leave After 5 Years, Paid Parental Leave & Salary Packaging Options
• Build a Long-Term Career with Ongoing Training, Career Progression & Strong Mentoring Support

Build Your Future with Warrumbungle Water

Warrumbungle Shire Council plays a vital role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable water and sewer services across North West NSW. Through Warrumbungle Water, Council supports communities including Coonabarabran, Baradine, Bugaldie, Kenebri, Coolah, Dunedoo, and surrounding areas, maintaining the essential infrastructure that local communities rely on every day.

Operating across a large regional network, Warrumbungle Water is responsible for the ongoing maintenance, repair, and delivery of critical water and sewer infrastructure services throughout the region.

To learn more, visit: www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au

Join a High-Performing Water Utilities Team

Warrumbungle Shire Council is seeking an experienced plumber or water utilities operator to join the reticulation team in Coonabarabran, NSW, as Team Leader - Reticulation North

Whether you’re ready to step into leadership or looking to build a long-term career in water utilities, these opportunities offer hands-on work, strong team culture, genuine work-life balance, and long-term career stability.

Reporting to the Supervisor Reticulation, you will work within a young, energetic, and high-performing operational crew focused on delivering quality outcomes for the community.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining, repairing, and operating water and sewer reticulation infrastructure
• Responding to emergency breakdowns, leaks, blockages, and service faults
• Supporting preventative maintenance programs and infrastructure reliability
• Operating machinery and civil equipment, including jetters, excavators, backhoes, bobcats, and associated plant
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting operational crews and apprentices (Team Leader role)
• Coordinating day-to-day works, scheduling, and resource allocation (Team Leader role)
• Supporting compliance with NSW Health standards, EPA requirements, and WHS legislation
• Maintaining accurate operational and maintenance records
• Working collaboratively within a team-focused operational environment
• Participating in a rotating on-call roster for emergency response work and overtime opportunities

These opportunities are ideal for practical, hands-on candidates who enjoy solving problems, working outdoors, contributing to the community, and being part of a crew that values accountability, teamwork, and getting the job done properly.

To read the full position descriptions, please click here

Bring Your Trade Skills, Initiative & Water Utilities Experience

For the Team Leader Reticulation North position, you will ideally possess demonstrated leadership capability along with a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Drainage or contractor-level plumbing qualifications.

Council is also open to experienced plumbers or operators looking to step into leadership for the first time, provided you can demonstrate initiative, accountability, and the ability to lead from the front.

Experience within water utilities, civil plumbing, reticulation, or sewer infrastructure environments will be highly regarded across both opportunities.

Additionally, the following skills and experience will be highly valued:

• Experience operating jetters, excavators, bobcats, backhoes, and civil machinery
• Water utilities or civil plumbing experience
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capability
• Traffic control, confined space, chemical handling, or excavation tickets
• Strong safety focus and commitment to quality workmanship
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Leadership potential and the ability to positively influence team culture
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow

As the ideal candidate, you will be hardworking, reliable, and community-minded, with a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to contribute positively to the team environment. You’ll thrive working within a young, energetic crew that values teamwork, accountability, and delivering essential services that make a real difference to the local community.

These opportunities offer the chance to build a long-term career within water utilities while gaining exposure to civil infrastructure, machinery operation, and leadership development within a supportive team environment. For the right Team Leader candidate, there is genuine long-term progression potential, supported by experienced leaders committed to mentoring and developing future talent within the business.

Rewarding Work. Stable Career. Genuine Lifestyle Benefits.

Warrumbungle Shire Council offers stable long-term employment along with a competitive salary from $76,841 - $89,302 PLUS Super and a host of excellent benefits, including:

• 9-day fortnight with 1 RDO every 2 weeks
• Flexible and supportive team environment
• On-call Allowances & Overtime opportunities
• Minimum 4-hour Overtime Payment (even for short call-outs)
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary Packaging Options
• Long Service Leave accessible after 5 years
• Paid Parental and Concurrent Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access for employees and their immediate family members
• Access to Free Online Training and Development courses
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment provided
• Mobile Phone Allowance provided 
• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations and Skin Cancer checks

Beyond salary, Warrumbungle Water offers greater flexibility, long-term stability, additional leave benefits, career development opportunities, and a workplace culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Warrumbungle Shire Council is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where employees feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Sounds Like You? Let's Chat!

Whether you are an experienced water utilities professional ready to step into leadership or a qualified plumber looking to build a stable, long-term career, Warrumbungle Water invites you to APPLY TODAY!