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Landers Falls in Kosciuszko National Park. Credit: Ollie Khedun

Nestled in the western foothills of the Snowy Mountains, boarded by the Kosciuszko National Park and Murray River, the Snowy Valleys is located in a prime position with close geographical ties to Canberra and Wagga Wagga.

We have a primarily rural lifestyle, with major town centres in Tumbarumba and Tumut, and smaller towns and villages including Adelong, Batlow, Brungle, Jingellic, Khancoban, Laurel Hill, Rosewood, Talbingo & Tooma.

The Snowy Valleys is always in season with crisp, cold mountain air in winter, lush, green rolling hills in spring, cool, clean waterways in summer and, of course, the blaze of colour in autumn.

Towns & Villages

Tumut, Adelong, Batlow, Brungle, Talbingo, Tumbarumba, Jingellic, Khancoban, Laurel Hill, Rosewood, Tooma.

Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Snowy Valleys Council

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1300 275 782
info@svc.nsw.gov.au
76 Capper St, Tumut, NSW 2720

Snowy Valleys Council

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

28.1
°C

Average Summer Max

11.8
°C

Average Winter Max

12
°C

Average Summer Min

0.4
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

14,955

Population

45.6

Median Age

Housing

$440k

Median House Price

NSW Communities and Justice, Rent and Sales Report

$400

Median Rent Price

NSW Communities and Justice, Rent and Sales Report

Distance to Cities

sydney

411km

Distance

4h 19m

Drive Time

Canberra

195km

Distance

2h 19m

Drive Time

Melbourne

523km

Distance

5h 28m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Snowy Valleys. Additionally, Wagga Wagga Airport is the nearest airport serving the region.

Taxi
Vineyards in the Tumbarumba cold climate wine region. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Industries & Opportunities

The main industries of the Snowy Valleys include Agriculture, Forestry, Healthcare & Social Assistance, Manufacturing & Construction, Energy and Tourism.

Primary employers include AKD softwoods, Hyne Mill, Visy Pulp and Paper, Murrumbidgee Local Health District, Forestry Corporation of NSW, National Parks & Wildlife Services, Snowy Hydro & Future Generation Joint Venture, Valmar Support Services.

Skill gaps in the region: Health Services, Trade Labour, Engineering Trades

Main Industries

Primary Employers

Setting Up Your Own Business

Local Business Chambers:

Business Snowy Valleys

Email: admin@businesssnowyvalleys.com.au

Tumbarumba Chamber of Commerce

Email: tumbarumbachamber@gmail.com

Freshly picked apples in Batlow. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Jobs in This Region

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Senior Site Engineer Electrical
Job Description Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to make a significant impact on one of Australia's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects? We are looking for a dedicated Senior Project Engineer (Electrical) to join our Snowy 2.0 site team. This is a unique opportunity to provide vital engineering oversight and assurance, ensuring that our electrical construction and installation works meet the highest standards and contractual requirements. You won't just be checking boxes; you'll be a proactive leader on the ground. Reporting directly to the Site Manager (Electrical), you'll act as their 2IC and play a key role in the project's success. Key Responsibilities Leading with Safety: You'll champion our commitment to health and safety, ensuring all activities align with Snowy Hydro's policies and values. Driving Excellence: You will provide assurance that construction and installation works are delivered exactly as designed, preventing legacy issues and ensuring the long-term performance of the Snowy 2.0 asset. Proactive Oversight: You will be our eyes and ears on site, reviewing the contractor's performance to identify and resolve potential issues before they become delays or quality concerns. Technical Collaboration: You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing technical support to site engineers and assurance officers, and coordinating with major contractors like Voith and Future Generation Joint Venture About the location: This role will require you to be 100% on-site, working off a 14/7 FIFO roster. Standard FIFO camp-style arrangements are included. About the Employer Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come., Diversity and inclusion is important to us: Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive. About the Candidate We are looking for someone who is as technically capable as they are collaborative. To succeed in this role, you'll need: Qualifications: A degree in Electrical Engineering that makes you eligible for Corporate Membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia. Experience: Experience on large-scale, complex civil or infrastructure projects and knowledge of EM installation. Adaptability: The ability to establish priorities, work autonomously, and adapt effectively to changing site circumstances. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to build robust, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Tue, 21 Jul
Tumut, 2720, NSW
Site Project Engineer Electrical
Job Description We are looking for an experienced and proactive Project Engineer (Electrical) to join the Snowy 2.0 Owners team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing onsite engineering oversight and assurance of electrical construction and installation activities, ensuring that all works are delivered to the highest standards and in strict accordance with the Employer's Requirements (ER)., Safety Leadership: Champion a culture of safety by implementing plans and modeling behaviors consistent with Snowy Values. Construction Oversight: Provide assurance that the contractor is complying with design requirements, specifications, and the latest IFC drawings. Proactive Monitoring: Constantly review contractor activities to detect performance deficiencies, discrepancies, or faults early. Technical Coordination: Conduct reviews of Safety in Design studies, risk assessments, and construction documentation. Reporting: Monitor and prepare daily reports on site progress, including plant, equipment, KPIs, and resource management. Documentation Management: Manage and maintain accurate, accessible records, including ITP progress and NCR registers, This role will require you to be 100% on-site, working off a 14/7 FIFO roster. Standard FIFO camp-style arrangements are included., PD - Project Engineer (Electrical) About the Employer Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come., Diversity and inclusion is important to us: Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive. About the Candidate Qualifications: Recognised tertiary degree in Electrical Engineering. Experience: Experience on large-scale, complex civil or infrastructure projects and knowledge of EM installation. Project Expertise: Demonstrated experience in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects with multiple contract interfaces. Technical Skills: Knowledge of construction and E&M installation is highly regarded. Soft Skills: Ability to work autonomously and establish priorities without supervision. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. A flexible, resilient attitude with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business demands. Values: A high level of alignment with Project Delivery and Snowy Hydro corporate values
Tue, 21 Jul
Tumut, 2720, NSW
Food And Cleaning Assistant - Tumbarumba
Job Description Are you looking a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive difference in the lives of others? HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Food & Cleaning Assistant. In this role you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients in our hospital. Your responsibilities will include: * taking patient meal orders * preparing and distributing meals * recording patient intake * dishwashing * restocking linen and stores * waste removal * maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in accordance with infection control procedures, * Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks' paid parental leave for eligible employees * Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay * Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health * Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career * Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community., We recognise that AI tools are increasingly being used to assist with resumes and applications. While we accept their use, we encourage applicants to provide genuine responses in their own words., * This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have. * If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks. * An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months. About the Employer HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running. Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer., * HealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description. Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework * If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview as well as reference checks. * Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa. Work Environment National average HR & Recruitment Jobs average Australia average Salaries The number of jobs in each salary range for all
Tue, 21 Jul
Tumbarumba, 2653, NSW
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History

Local Elders from the Toomaroombah Kunama Namadgi Indigenous Corporation (TKNIC) and the Brungle Tumut Local Aboriginal Land Council (BTLALC) have provided the following information regarding the heritage and culture of Country known as Ngarigo and Wiradjuri.

The Ngarigo peoples, known as the 'Snow People', have been the custodians of the Snowy Mountains region for thousands of years. However, due to colonial settlement, the Snowy Mountains Scheme, State Forests, and the establishment of Kosciuszko National Park, many Ngarigo peoples have been displaced. Some found refuge at Cooktown Mission in Tumbarumba, while others were relocated to places like Hollywood Mission in Yass and Moree.

Today, many Indigenous people reside in Tumbarumba. TKNIC proudly represents the Ngarigo Indigenous people of the high country.

The Brungle township was originally developed as a station. Established in 1887 as a settlement for Wiradjuri and the Wolgalu peoples between Gundagai and Tumut, the dwellings are on ground officially described as a station yet known as a settlement, reserve or mission. They were the responsibility of the Aboriginal Welfare Board of NSW in which a white Manager was in charge of managing the station. In 1945 the manager was removed and in 1955 the Aboriginal Welfare Board decided that the land was of no further use. The housing is either owned privately or is now managed by BTLALC. The land at Brungle remains very important to these Wiradjuri and the Wolgalu (Walgaloo) peoples as a site of shared memories and links with past traditions.

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Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Recreation & Arts

With so many reasons to visit year-round, we look forward to seeing you in the Snowy Valleys.

During Christmas, Blowering Dam shores are filled with campers, and Kosciuszko National Park becomes a mecca for campers, hikers, and holidaymakers.

In January, the Tumut Cycle Classic sees riders from across NSW, ACT, and Victoria experience the sensational views of Tumut and surrounds while raising money for the local hospital.

At the end of summer, Tumbarumba's park behind the main street hosts Tumbafest. The market stalls offer fresh local produce, wines, ciders, and craft beers under shady trees.

As the region changes from green to red as the leaves turn and fall it’s a busy time for festivals as everything cools once more, with Rock the Turf, Festival of the Falling Leaf, Tumut MTB’s 3 Hour Enduro, and the Snowy Valleys Cycle Challenge all take place.

Batlow CiderFest is celebrated in May, closing the main street as visitors sample ciders and craft beer from local makers and those across the country.

With so many reasons to visit, no matter the time of year, we’re sure we’ll see you soon. The Snowy Valleys, always in season.

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