Infrastructure Planning Technical Officer

$94,702 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-time
Engineering Services, Infrastructure Services
Bundaberg Region
About Us
Are you ready to join our team and build Australia's best regional community?
Here at Bundaberg Regional Council, our vision is bold but simple, to build Australia’s best regional community. In order to achieve this, we’ve created a culture that’s centered on our core values. To be a Council that is customer-focused, respectful and prides itself on teamwork, diversity, sustainability, and innovation.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.
About The Opportunity
As a Technical Officer joining our Infrastructure Planning team, you will assist and support the development of a mature capital works program for Council's road, active transport, and stormwater networks in accordance with Council strategies and asset management principles.
About You

• Detailed knowledge and experience in developing and implementing capital works, specifically in transport and drainage related infrastructure. This includes assisting in the investigation, coordination, and development of projects suitable to meet budgetary approval process.
• Sound knowledge of asset management principles applicable to roads, drainage and active transport infrastructure.
• Excellent skills in written and oral communication with a strong focus on customer service and teamwork.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to meet both personal, work and organisational deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with a wide variety of people including all levels of Council staff, Councillors, government representatives, consultants, contractors and the community.
• Possession of a current 'C' Class Open Driver's License.
• Well-developed report writing skills, high level problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interact and work in a team environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in an engineering discipline (desired)
• High level of knowledge and experience in using computers and computer software packages for Infrastructure Planning (desired)

What we offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
• Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supportive team
• An all-inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone feels valued

The Selection Process
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
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Closing Date: Sunday 4 February 2024 11.30 pm AEST
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on Sunday 4 February, 2024 whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. We look forward to receiving your application.