AddressJoin Our Team at City Council - Lead the Charge in Electrical Asset Management!
Redland City Council is seeking a forward-thinking Principal Engineer Electrical Assets to spearhead the strategic management and development of our electrical infrastructure. This permanent, full-time role offers a unique opportunity to not only lead a team but also shape the operational standards and sustainability of our city’s assets. Your expertise will drive the innovation and efficiency of our infrastructure projects, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
Guided By Our Values, Your Responsibilities Will Include:
- Strategic Development and Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive management strategies for a wide range of assets, including water, civil infrastructure, parks, traffic systems, and specialised assets like fairy terminals. Ensure that all projects align with the city’s sustainability goals and regulatory compliance.
- Expert Guidance and Project Oversight: Act as the primary source of technical expertise for all matters related to Electrical Assets. Provide leadership in the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects, ensuring they adhere to best practice in asset management.
- Operational and Safety Standards: Continuously improve the performance and safety of electrical systems. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of energy consumption and control systems, implementing upgrades and innovations to enhance efficiency.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Establish and maintain robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Negotiate and influence to garner support for key projects, while ensuring clear and effective communication across all levels of the organisation.
- Team Leadership and Management: Direct and support a team of engineers and contractors. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional development within the team.
Why Choose Redland City Council:
- Empowering Leadership Role: Lead the sector in a role that offers the autonomy to shape strategic decisions impacting city-wide infrastructure. Your decisions will guide significant city-wide infrastructure decisions, shaping long-term strategic outcomes laying the foundations for future generations.
- Career Advancement and Professional Development: Engage in a role where you can influence industry practices, introduce innovations, and guide the development of emerging leaders in the field.
- Commitment to Long-Term Development: Enjoy the benefits of a stable, long-term career in a role that is designed to grow and evolve with the advancements in technology and community needs.
- Dynamic and Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a role that balances strategic oversight with practical, on-site project involvement. This position offers the unique blend of office-based strategy and field-based implementation, perfect for those who value diverse working conditions.
What You Will Bring:
- Experienced and Visionary Leader: You have extensive experience in electrical engineering with a proven track record in large-scale asset management. Your leadership skills are evident in your ability to strategies, innovate, and guide large teams.
- Strategic and Analytical Thinker: Your strategic planning skills are complemented by a hands-on approach to problem-solving. You excel in scenarios that require both high-level thinking and detailed execution.
- Effective Communicator and Influencer: You possess stellar communication skills, capable of negotiating and persuading stakeholders, while effectively managing relationships both internally and externally. Alongside strong verbal communication excelled written and report writing skills are required.
Make Your Mark: This role is pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure that powers our community. Your strategic decisions will directly impact the quality and reliability of services that our city relies on.
Eligibility:
- Tertiary Qualification in Electrical Engineering
- Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ)
- Current 'C' class drivers' licence
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and may be subject to a police check.
More Reasons for Loving Working with Us:
- Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
- Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break
- Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance
- Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen
- Diverse secondment opportunities for career development
- Reward and recognition programs
- Wellbeing programs and social club
- Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers
- Free Parking and flexible work arrangements
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Ready to join us
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
- Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role.
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (200683) can be obtained by contacting Bradley Salton on (07) 3829 8***. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 09/06/2024.
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
