Manager Water Services
Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com
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Biloela, QLD | Full-Time | Subsidised Housing + Vehicle + Relocation
This is a critical senior leadership opportunity suited to a highly experienced, RPEQ-qualified water professional with proven capability across municipal water and sewerage service delivery.
Based in Biloela, this role offers a strong regional package including subsidised housing, private use vehicle and relocation assistance.
The Opportunity:
Reporting at a senior level, this role is accountable for the strategic direction, operational performance and regulatory compliance of water supply and sewerage services.
You will provide RPEQ-level engineering oversight, lead capital and operational programs, and mentor a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable services.
This position will play a key role in driving operational uplift, service optimisation and long-term asset sustainability, working closely with executive leadership, regulators and industry stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
You are a senior water professional and established leader with strong technical expertise and a track record of delivering results in a regulated environment.
You bring:
Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable):
On Offer:
To Apply:
Submit your resume demonstrating your experience across water operations, leadership and engineering governance.
For more information:
Please call Anna Dziopa on (07) 3003 7787 or via e-mail - anna.dziopa@chandlermacleod.com
This is a critical senior leadership opportunity suited to a highly experienced, RPEQ-qualified water professional with proven capability across municipal water and sewerage service delivery.
Based in Biloela, this role offers a strong regional package including subsidised housing, private use vehicle and relocation assistance.
The Opportunity:
Reporting at a senior level, this role is accountable for the strategic direction, operational performance and regulatory compliance of water supply and sewerage services.
You will provide RPEQ-level engineering oversight, lead capital and operational programs, and mentor a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable services.
This position will play a key role in driving operational uplift, service optimisation and long-term asset sustainability, working closely with executive leadership, regulators and industry stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary water services team
- Oversee water and sewerage operations, compliance and performance
- Deliver capital works and asset management programs
- Provide high-level engineering governance and RPEQ oversight
- Manage contracts, budgets and service delivery outcomes
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Engage with regulators, stakeholders and the community
About You:
You are a senior water professional and established leader with strong technical expertise and a track record of delivering results in a regulated environment.
You bring:
- Proven leadership in municipal water and sewerage services
- Strong technical capability across treatment, networks and compliance
- Experience leading teams through change and operational improvement
- Confident stakeholder engagement and sound commercial judgement
Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable):
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil/Environmental or similar)
- Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering (roadworks/drainage)
- Demonstrated senior leadership experience in water/sewer operations
- Contract management experience
- QLD C Class Driver Licence
- Construction White/Blue Card
On Offer:
- Base salary: $160,000 + super
- Subsidised housing provided
- Private use vehicle or motor vehicle allowance
- Relocation assistance up to $10,000
- 3-year contract (preferred)
- 12-month project-based option may be considered
To Apply:
Submit your resume demonstrating your experience across water operations, leadership and engineering governance.
For more information:
Please call Anna Dziopa on (07) 3003 7787 or via e-mail - anna.dziopa@chandlermacleod.com
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The Manager Water Services role with Chandler Macleod is based in Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Manager Water Services role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Manager Water Services role at AUD 160,000–190,000 per year.
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