Published 2026-06-01
Location: Engineering Trades Section - 56 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Department: Community Utilities
Compensation: Annual Rate AUD $97,130.47 - $108,719.03
Employment type: Full time
Work Arrangement: On‐site
About the Opportunity
At PMHC, every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this, we seek a dedicated Utilities Support Engineer to join the Community Utilities Operations team, providing engineering support across the operation, maintenance and renewal of Council water and wastewater treatment and distribution infrastructure.
To Succeed in This Role, You Will Have:
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
Demonstrated experience in an operational engineering role, including project planning and management
Experience in process optimisation, troubleshooting and fault diagnosis
Strong computer skills, including experience using industry related software applications
A current Class C Driver Licence
A General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
On a Typical Day This Role Will
Provide engineering support to internal stakeholders to assist with the operation, maintenance and renewal of Community Utilities assets
Develop operational procedures, safe work documents and safety documentation including works schedules, shutdown procedures, SWMS and risk assessments
Review maintenance activities and outcomes to identify opportunities to improve asset performance, reliability and efficiency
Provide technical advice on water, wastewater and recycled water systems, including environmental impacts and mitigation of environmental harm
Support capital works delivery by contributing technical input to design reviews, workshops, data analysis and project delivery activities
Assist with procurement activities for maintenance and renewal works and services
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and asset performance
Promote safe working practices, including participation in inspections, inductions and WHS risk management activities
Collaborate across Community Utilities teams including Process, Reticulation Networks, Construction and Waste
Participate in PMHC's after‐hours on‐call roster
Remuneration and Benefits
Salary: Starting from $97,130.47 to $108,719.03 per year depending on skills and experience plus 12% super, Civil Liability & On‐Call Allowance, leaseback vehicle or allowance.
Flexible work arrangements – hybrid working and flexi‐time
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Annual uniform allowance and PPE provided
Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
Long service leave after 5 years
Generous employee assistance program
Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Steven Holt, Engineering Trade Services Manager on 0436 436 982. #J-18808-Ljbffr