Team Leader Catchment Engineering

At a Glance

Work type: 35 Hrs per week | Hybrid working conditions
Salary: $152,373.46 to $167,770.33 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday, 11 October 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role
This position is responsible for managing and leading the day-to-day operations of a team of Catchment Engineers responsible for the assessment of development applications, technical input into strategic planning, plans and policies, and the provision of technical advice. The role is focused on Catchment engineering but may include Stormwater engineering, Civil engineering, Water sensitive urban design, Subdivision and related instruments.

In this role you will:

- Provide technical leadership on complex catchment, floodplain and stormwater engineering matters.
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives, policies and engineering frameworks that support sustainable growth.
- Represent Council in stakeholder forums, including legal and planning proceedings where required.
- Provide quality assurance and technical oversight of engineering assessments and recommendations.
- Partner with planning, transport, urban design, environmental and other specialist teams to deliver integrated outcomes.
- Drive innovation, continuous improvement and best-practice engineering solutions.
- Manage budgets, project delivery and performance outcomes across the team.

What’s on offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package from $152,373.46 to $167,770.33 plus 12% superannuation.

Participation in Council’s Motor Vehicle Scheme may be available for this role and will be discussed with the preferred candidate.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

- Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
- Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
- Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
- Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
- Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you
The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive technical and management experience in delivering innovative and effective catchment/water engineering outcomes relative to development applications, with a track record of achieving strategic objectives with demonstrated success in working with or for the public sector.

You will also bring:

- Extensive experience in running and interpreting flood modelling.
- Demonstrated experience in leading diverse, multidisciplinary teams and delivering services to a high standard to meet financial and other business performance criteria.
- Demonstrable detailed understanding of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements applicable
to the designated area and the ability to practically apply this knowledge.
- Thorough understanding of State Government engineering related legislation, policies and practices
- Ability to understand all components of project, program and portfolio management processes.
- Well-developed ability to communicate, negotiate, build relationships and influence others with an
engaging approach and technique.
- Advanced problem solving and decision-making ability, including confidence in working with leaders to
resolve high priority, and often sensitive and complex issues and conflict.
- Well-developed change management leadership within a highly complex stakeholder environment.
Strong ability to drive positive team culture and engagement.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including the below Qualifications / Licences:

- Degree qualifications in a relevant engineering field.
- Current motor vehicle Driver Licence.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this opportunity can be found in the attached Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Rodney Pavitt on via [email protected]

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday, 11 October 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted. Please upload: A current resume and / or cover letter addressing your motivation and how you meet the " About You" section,

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position may require the preferred candidate to undertake the following pre-employment checks:

Criminal History Check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol-free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.