General Service Officer Level 7
Salary Range: $71,955 - $75,787 (PN: 63952)
This position is responsible for leading traffic control and Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) implementation to support Roads ACT crews that are undertaking hot asphalt works and other road maintenance activities near or on public roads, road verges and medians or pathways.
As these sites regularly require Temporary Traffic control for road users (i.e., pedestrian and vehicle), it is the responsibility of this role to maximise safety and minimise inconvenience for both workers and road and path users during maintenance activities.
Daily activities of this position include planning, programming, and implementing Temporary Traffic Management and traffic control requirements across various worksites and road environments in line with operational programs and tasks. This role will also identify improvements in the Works unit’s Traffic Management plans and report them to the site Supervisor and Works Manager. This role will be required manage a small team and to assist in the implementation of agreed actions for improvement as well as induct new staff into TTM operations for Roads ACT.
Duties:
- Direct, plan and implement traffic in accordance with the authorised traffic guidance scheme and/or work program in accordance to Austroads guidelines. Undertake minor amendments to traffic guidance scheme on site as required for any improvements or conflicts.
- Undertake site safety risk assessments and implement traffic control consistent with the approved Traffic Management Plans (TMP) and relevant standards and work health and safety legislation while ensuring all works are in accordance with safe work practices including safe work method statements and standard operating procedures.
- Assist with the induction and training of new staff into TTM operations for Roads ACT and oversee the day-to-day operation of fleet, equipment, and machinery, including pre-start checks and basic maintenance applicable to your team.
- Effectively use emails and prepare basic reports as required and utilise mobile devices to assist in daily tasks while keeping effective records, including traffic incident reports, sign records and queue lengths.
- Consistently lead by example in delivering high quality customer service to the Canberra community, develop and maintain a positive, respectful work culture that ensures equity and inclusion for all employees.
- Undertake other road maintenance activities as directed by the Works Supervisor.
- This position involves direct supervision of Traffic Management staff.
- This position will not be able to participate on the Roads ACT - Works call out.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
- Traffic controller (TCR) – essential.
- Implement traffic control plans (IMP) - essential.
- CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry – essential.
- 11084NAT - Course in Asbestos Awareness - essential.
- 10830NAT - Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention – essential
- HLTAIDO11 – Provide First Aid – essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
- RIIRTM301E Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuators essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
- Current driver’s licence class C is essential, class MR (medium rigid) essential or obtainable within six months of appointment.
- Competent in mobile software applications and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- This position does require a pre-employment medical.
- This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
Applicants are made aware that the essential requirements to be obtained within the six-month period are a mandatory requirement to successfully complete the probation and to be appointed permanently to this position.
Roads ACT will support the successful applicant through the training requirements by organising up to two sessions at the cost to Roads ACT. Should additional attempts be required to obtain the applicable license/certificate in the six-month period, the costs to acquire these will be borne by the successful applicant.
Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is in a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
How to Apply: For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au
Contact Officer: Matthew Handley (02) 6207 3*** ***************@act.gov.au
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
Applications Close: 24 March 2024