Project Engineering Officer

Project Engineering Officer
About the role:
In this hands-on operational role, you will undertake project management and planning activities to support the successful execution of Council's construction and maintenance projects. You will be responsible for ensuring adherence to project timeframes, maintaining quality standards, and manage budgetary constraints effectively.
Join our team and play a pivotal role in driving the seamless implementation of projects, contributing to support the amenity and liveability of Burwood LGA.
Your key focus areas will be:
Assisting the scheduling, implementation and monitoring of construction and maintenance programs and capital works projects.
Undertaking inspections, investigations and surveys using best practice methodologies and technologies.
Managing customer and community requests including inspections and investigations and prepare recommendations and delivery action plans.
Coordination of contractors and team activities.
Assisting in the preparation of documentation including project plans, quotes and cost estimates for development and procurement purposes.
Providing accurate, timely, professional guidance and advice to the Manager as required, with respect to matters likely to affect the delivery of the department’s services and functions.
Undertake research and prepare reports, plans and strategies.
To be successful in this role you will be:
A dynamic individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, adept at collaborating with our team. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are critical to success in this role. You should demonstrate strong technical expertise in civil engineering disciplines within the context of complex service delivery. You will have demonstrated knowledge in asset management principles and systems.
You will have:
A degree in Civil Engineering or near completion, with relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in asset management principles and systems including Civil Cad, Auto Cad, spreadsheet and word packages.
Experience in managing Council’s asset restoration process including liaison with public utilities and authorities and other Council sections.
Experience in the preparation of request for quotation documentation and tender processes.
Current Class C Drivers Licence.
Please note: A full list of accountabilities and essential criteria is located within the attached Position Description.
What we will offer you:
Salary from $90738 to $108,849 a year plus 11% superannuation.
35-hour working week with access to Council’s Flexitime scheme.
We value your health and wellbeing and offer access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family, annual flu vaccination, skin checks, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program.
What is next:
If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Send your application in by 11:59pm Wednesday, 13 March 2024.
Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Charlie Svinos, Manager Civil Construction & Maintenance (02) 9078 6152.
To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume, a cover letter and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description.
Please note Burwood Council requires all employees to have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccination.
As part of Burwood Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment and/or National Police Check.
At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.
In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.