Onsite Sewage Management Officer

About Us:

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW known for its genuine hospitality pristine beaches sub-tropical rainforests mountain ranges rock river gorges sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.

We are a progressive proactive and dynamic organisation and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360 dedicated staff managing $1.8 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired connected Macleay Valley.

Your new role:

Are you passionate about environmental health and ready to kickstart your career in a dynamic community-focused role We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Onsite Sewage Management Officer.

This full-time temporary position (2 years) offers an excellent opportunity for recent university graduates or students nearing completion of their degree. Applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates are strongly encouraged.

In this role you will play a vital part in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring the effective operation and regulation of on-site sewage management systems within our community. You will provide efficient and effective services that reduce environmental and public health risks through the administration implementation and enforcement of Councils On-Site Sewage Management Strategy.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Audit inspections of on-site sewage management systems in accordance with Environmental and Health Guidelines.
• Encouraging stakeholders to comply with relevant standards.
• Providing assistance and advice on the operation of on-site sewage management systems.
• Handling applications under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 addressing waste treatment device installations or alterations.
• Investigating complaints related to effluent surcharge odours and pollution incidents taking action to mitigate environmental harm.

For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role please refer to the Position Description.

About You:

To be successful in this role you bring:

• Degree qualification in Environment Engineering Environment Health Environmental Science or similar discipline or trade qualifications in plumbing and drainage or demonstrated experience at an appropriate level to competently carry out the positions tasks is who are close to completing their tertiary studies are also encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of the overarching foundations of wastewater treatment and associated environmental health risks will be highly regarded.
• A proactive approach capable of managing multiple responsibilities and a commitment to upholding high standards of customer service.
• A passion for protecting public health and the environment with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including problem solving negotiation and conflict resolution.
• An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated high level of computer skills. Previous experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) systems advantageous but not essential

Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:

As the successful candidate youll enjoy:

• A temporary full-time position for two (2) years.
• 35 hours per week with access to participate in our 19-day month RDO system.
• Weekly salaryof $1484.52 to $1670.85 (plus superannuation).
• A working environment focussed on wellbeing including flexible work arrangements rostered days off EAP access social club and health and wellbeing programs.
• Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
• Career development and learning opportunities access to study leave if required.
• A supportive collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
• A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.

Have questions Please contact Jack Dickey Environmental Health Manager for a confidential discussion onPh:.

Interested

Please apply via Councils website Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:

• A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience abilities knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
• Your current resume.

Completion of a pre-employment medical assessment is a requirement of KSCs recruitment process for this position.

Current immunisations against tetanus Hepatitis A & B or willingness to obtain these vaccinations is required.

Applications close: COB Friday 6 February 2026

Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

If you experience any difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment team on or email

Thank you and good luck with your application.

Kempsey Shire Council are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse inclusive and values-led workforce. Kempsey Shire Council welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a addition Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.