AddressAbout the role
Are you a skilled leader with a passion for infrastructure Maintenance Operations and community service? Yarra Ranges Council is seeking a Maintenance Operations Coordinator to join our team.
In this pivotal role, you will coordinate infrastructure Maintenance Operations, lead internal staff responsible for civil infrastructure maintenance, renewals & repairs, contract auditing, and response to customer requests. As a key leader of the Infrastructure Maintenance team, you will ensure effective communication, provision of safe work practices, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your contributions will shape policy, processes, and strategy to ensure operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the daily operations of roads and civil maintenance internal staff/crew.
- Identify and coordinate training opportunities for the team.
- Coordinate the delivery of works and services annual supply contracts in road and drainage activities.
- Contract manage works and services annual supply contracts, including auditing and relevant record keeping.
- Provide leadership and guidance to support maintenance activities carried out by internal staff, ensuring cohesive customer service.
- Liaise with Infrastructure Services team members and cross-organisational teams to resolve customer issues effectively.
- Finance and budgeting oversight and reporting.
What you'll bring to our team
- Experience in leading a technical team.
- Strong customer service culture and innovation.
- Degree or Diploma qualification in Engineering or Civil Works or several years of relevant work experience.
- Experience working in a complex environment requiring good organisational skills and ability to make timely, effective decisions.
- Understanding of Council's responsibilities in relation to the Environmental Code of Practice, the Road Management Act, Local Government Act and Council's Road Management Plan
- Understanding of safe and efficient civil infrastructure techniques and significant experience, and/or extensive and diverse experience in construction and maintenance services of the built environment
- Understanding of pavement, drainage, and civil works design.
Why you'll love working with us
At Yarra Ranges Council, we offer truly flexible working arrangements, including the option for in-office and remote work. This means you can enjoy the best of both worlds: the support and collaboration of a team-based environment, as well as the freedom and flexibility of working from home.
- Option to take up a monthly RDO
- Full-time permanent position (38 hours per week).
- Salary from $104,442 (Band 7) per annum, plus 11% superannuation.
Why Wait? Take the next step in your career and apply now!
To apply, please attach a Cover Letter outlining your experience, skills and why you would like to join our team, along with a copy of your Resume.
We value transferrable skills, not just experience and qualifications. We know that successful candidates may not possess every qualification, yet they bring the right transferrable skills, attitude, and our values. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the job criteria, as you can leverage your lived experience and skills in a way that helps us see your potential.
Not quite the role you're looking for? Visit our Careers at Yarra Ranges page to find your next role.
Contact for enquiries, adjustments, or support: Cindy Dunbar, Executive Officer Infrastructure Maintenance, 03 9294 6***.
Closing date: 11.59pm, Monday 27th May 2024
Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening as part of the process which may include depending on the position a Police Check, Working with Children Check and Medical Check.
If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team at careers @yarraranges.vic.gov.au or have a chat with the Hiring Manager above.
About Yarra Ranges Council
As an employee of Yarra Ranges Council, you'll be joining a dynamic and supportive group, united in our passion for creating a positive, inclusive workplace where every team member and their ideas can thrive. At Yarra Ranges, we value trust, empowerment, and innovation. By coming on board, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to making Yarra Ranges Council not only the best place to work, but a leader in serving our community. We are dedicated to helping you reach your full potential and supporting you on your journey with us.
At Yarra Ranges Council, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We actively promote gender equity and equality in our workplace and practices and encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for positions with us. Our commitment is to find a balance of modern flexible work arrangements that can support your needs including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options. Additionally, we are dedicated to fostering a culturally safe workplace and to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. We invite you to join us in our mission to serve and support our community.
