AddressWe're currently searching for a skilled and highly motivated Works & Infrastructure Technical Officer to join our organisation in a full-time capacity.
Position details
- Full Time Position
- 9 Day Fortnight
- Job Number: R2483
- Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 30 May 2024
Position objectives
The Technical Officer will be responsible for:
- Supporting various engineering, road construction and maintenance, asset management, site surveying, condition assessment and investigation performed by the business unit. Duties comprise; assisting in the preparation of project designs, contract documentation, monitoring of capital works projects, surveying of road infrastructure, investigations and job estimates of works.
- Providing higher level support and advice to the Infrastructure Works and Infrastructure Services team staff.
- Assisting with and undertaking investigation, define scope of works, prepare project plans and briefs for council capital works program.
- Having a strong customer focus and team player attitude
Qualifications and experience
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
- Tertiary qualifications or lesser formal qualifications and extensive experience in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Drafting, Surveying, and Civil Set-out.
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of projects, including preparing contract documents, jobs estimates, site work supervision and the production of site inspection reports.
- Experience in civil surveying procedures and Computer Aided Drafting with the ability to apply specifications, standards, codes, acts, and regulations.
- Working knowledge of road construction and maintenance works, drainage works and traffic design principles.
- A current Australian Driver’s Licence.
- Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
Salary and conditions
The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $90,876.24 to $98,943.00 per annum plus statutory superannuation.
Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.
We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.
About our organisation
Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au
About our region
Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.
Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au
Applying for this position
All applications must include:
- A completed Job Application Form
- A resume
- A covering letter
Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered
Want to know more?
Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.
Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8***
