Address- A varied and diverse role will have the successful applicant plan and lead the delivery of all electrical services projects.
- Competitive annual salary commencing at $93,611, plus up to 13% superannuation
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Senior Officer Technical (Electrical)
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $93,611, plus up to 13% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 14th July 2024 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
The Senior Officer Technical (Electrical) will plan and lead the delivery of electrical services, projects and associated works. The position will devise and implement operational, maintenance and resource plans to manage risk, achieve sustainable service levels and ensure maintenance programs are completed within budget.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Experience in electronic lighting control systems eg. DALI, Cbus, Dynalite, DMX.
- Significant experience with sport field lighting (design review, aiming procedure, engineering approval process).
- Experience in renewable energy installations (Solar PV and battery backup).
- Extensive experience in programming, project planning, resources planning and contractor management, ensuring maintenance work are effectively monitored and delivered within time and budget constraints.
- Demonstrated ability and experience leading trade related teams in the delivery of maintenance programs.
- Substantial knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental Protection legislation, Electrical Act and regulations, Quality Assurance processes and standards, and maintenance standards and methodologies.
- Experience providing specialist trade related advice to ensure adherence with legislation and other standards.
- Computer literacy enabling proficient use of business computer applications, customer request management systems, records management systems and procurement management systems
- Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.
- Queensland Electrical Work Licence for Electrical Fitter/Mechanic
Essential Requirements:
- Facilitate programs of electrical works for both operational and capital delivery within budget and resource constraints and required timeframes.
- Lead trade-related teams in the delivery of maintenance programs, capital delivery and complex technical projects to ensure works are completed in accordance with agreed standards.
- Conduct regular assessments, including site inspections and audits to determine maintenance needs and ensure that works are compliant with agreed standards and instructions.
- Provide specialist trade related advice to the department on Regulations and Act compliance to ensure the organisation adheres with legislation and other standards.
- Undertake procurement activities to ensure value for money is achieved in the planning, specification and delivery of electrical works and services.
- Investigate and report on public requests and complaints as required.
- Perform any other duties that are reasonably within the competency, skills and training of this position as may be directed from time to time.
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Building and Facilities, Joe Ryan via email ********@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0*** or email *********@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
- Nine-day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply - Simply head to Council's website and follow the "Careers at Council" link to submit your online application: www.gympie.qld.gov.au
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 14th July 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
