Project Officer - Local Community Infrastructure

Job Number: 499686 Division: Projects & Asset Srvcs Employment Status: Full time, Permanent Categories: Engineering and Project management, Engineering, Project Management

The details:

• Permanent Full Time 
• $83,879 pa + super (up to 12%) + leave loading
  (increasing to $86,814 pa effective 1 July 2024) 
  Qld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 4 of EBA5
• 9 day fortnight
• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Location: Strathpine

About our opportunity

Council's Project Management Department delivers $250M of Capital and Operational Programs and Projects across 550 projects ranging from $10k to $20M each year. The projects include municipal asset classes of Roads, Drainage, Coastal Engineering, Buildings, Sporting Facilities, Bridges, Playgrounds, Parks, Waste Facilities and Transportation.

Within the department, the Local Community Infrastructure Program provides input into the development of the project scope for each Councillor's divisionally funded projects.

As the Project Officer you'll be supporting the project progress updates to Councillors and developing scoping documentation for multidisciplinary projects for a diverse range of infrastructure projects. You'll also be involved in:

• research and analysis contributing to the preparation of project documentation
• undertaking preconstruction activities including project scope development and initiation, planning, design, relevant approvals and constructability considerations
• supporting the preparation of concept designs, estimates and drafting project scoping documents
• providing routine advice to key stakeholders in accordance with current construction legislation, Australian standards, Workplace Health and Safety requirements and accepted work practices
• contributing to a positive team environment in order to achieve a high performance, continuous improvement and customer focused culture.

About you

We're looking for a team member with sound knowledge and experience in the development, project management and construction for Local Community Infrastructure, and:

• demonstrated experience in project initiation, development and planning processes
• working knowledge and application of current construction legislation, Australian standards, Workplace Health and Safety requirements
• great time management skills and communication skills
• actively contributes to fostering a healthy, inclusive and well-connected workplace.
• tertiary qualification in architecture, civil engineering or project management, or relevant experience

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.
• Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Applications close 27 May 2024.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

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Advertised: 13 May 2024 Applications close: 27 May 2024 23:55

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