Package: $79,905- $88,200 + 12% Super (Grade 8 of the SMRC Salary System 2025-2026)
Position Description: Backflow Prevention & Liquid Trade Waste Officer
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 5th July 2026
About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 380 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.
About the Role:
- Deliver the functions of Council’s liquid trade waste and backflow prevention program and the broader functions associated with protecting Council’s water and wastewater infrastructure
- Detect, investigate and undertake enforcement action (as authorised) under relevant legislation when required to support Council’s water and wastewater planning and compliance
- Contribute to the development and delivery of services and educational material related to water and wastewater liquid trade waste and backflow prevention programs, including facilitating training/seminars/field days, as a means of increasing public awareness of regulatory and compliance issues
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of administrative systems related to planning and compliance within the public health and environment team including policies, procedures, databases and the maintenance of effective record keeping protocols
- Provide support to Customer Service Officers and the public health and environment team by attending to enquiries and providing accurate advice to internal and external customers, promptly and professionally
- Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
- Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
- Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions
About You:
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Certificate IV qualification or greater, Local Government (Regulatory Services), liquid trade waste and backflow prevention, environmental management or other related discipline with demonstrated experience in a similar role; or substantial contemporary experience in a customer focused delivery role with the proven ability to acquire the skills and knowledge mentioned
- Theoretical knowledge and practical experience in developing and implementing environmental reporting programs (inspection, enforcement and monitoring)
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant liquid trade waste, backflow prevention and environmental legislation standards and guidelines with the ability to ensure compliance including; Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979
- Strong verbal, written and listening skills, with an ability to interpret and convey complex information in a clear, accurate and timely manner
- Demonstrated strong negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills
- Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals
- High level of computer literacy with specific expertise in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Geographical Information Systems
- NSW Construction Induction White Card
- Current Class C drivers’ licence
Desirable criteria:
- Experience working in the Local Government Sector
- Asbestos Identification certification
How to Apply:
Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the
Position Description
Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role. You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.
Enquiries
For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
Email:
careers@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au
Ph: 1300 345 345
At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.
Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.
