AddressJob details
Position status Permanent Position type Flexible full-time Occupational group Engineering & Surveying Classification PO3 Workplace Location North West Qld Job ad reference QLD/555343/24 Closing date 18-Apr-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration Contact person Devinder Pal Contact details Phone: (07) 4769 3248
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With a population of approximately 2,385, Cloncurry radiates as the warm heart of the outback. Convenient direct flights seamlessly connect you to Townsville, Cairns, and Brisbane. A mere 120km from the larger town of Mount Isa, Nestled in a captivating outback community, a world of endless experiences awaits you. Cloncurry boasts educational excellence - Cloncurry State School (Prep - Grade 12) and St Joseph's Catholic School (Prep - Grade 9) - complemented by Daycare, Kindergarten, and local medical facilities.
With supervision and guidance from senior engineering staff, you will project manage the delivery of road infrastructure projects through the administration of contracts and provision of technical expertise to the design, construction and maintenance processes. In doing this you will ensure effective coordination of key operational activities and resources associated with project management and process development.
In this role, you will:
- Assist in the selection of the most suitable contract process for project delivery, then administer the contract to ensure compliance and successful delivery.
- Identify possible problem areas and negotiate modifications or adaptations to the design briefs where necessary to achieve acceptance.
- Determine appropriate bridge and road maintenance procedures, work instructions and manage road and bridge maintenance tasks.
- Calculate quantities of component materials, analyse test results for materials, identify non-conformances, determine the controls needed during construction, and conduct and manage risk assessment.
- Manage under supervision, projects or elements of projects and:
o Provide support and advice on the planning and design process, to ensure delivery of project outcomes, value for money and best practice are achieved
o Ensure all quality management procedures are adhered to and
o Maintain effective liaison and communication with internal and external stakeholders
- While the Engineer (Civil) position is situated in the Delivery team, it is expected that rotations will take place within the Project Planning and Corridor Management team for professional development and to meet business needs.
Our approach includes:
Engineer Growth: We prioritise engineer development, providing experience across project cycles and continuous training.
Versatile Exposure: Engineers can explore network operations and asset management, expanding their skills.
Career Portfolio: Our opportunities help build career portfolios, crucial for RPEQ certification and career progressions.
RPEQ Support: We reimburse engineering membership fees and offer annual incentives for RPEQ certification.
Collaborative Path: We work with engineers to identify growth areas, encourage rotations and offer diverse experiences for continuous development.
To succeed in this role, you will possess:
- A four-year, Washington Accord accredited, Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalence which is assessed/accepted by Engineers Australia against Washington Accord benchmarks.
- Possession of a valid Class C driver's license.
- The recommended candidate will undergo a criminal history check as part of the selection process.
The role also offers:
- Enjoy FREE housing in the stunning North West District.
- Let us handle all the logistics for a hassle-free move to Cloncurry.
- Your expertise is rewarded with a salary that matches your skills.
- Enjoy 5 weeks of leave to recharge and explore the captivating surroundings.
- Benefit from incentives tailored to rural living (attached)
- Optimise your finances through salary sacrificing for added benefits.
