AddressWorks Officer
Corporate Services
Permanent Full Time
LGO Level 4 $78,733 pa cash component plus superannuation
Maryborough
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program - Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on LinkedIn
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for someone with extensive experience in the building industry, either as a Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor or similar, to join our team as a Works Officer. You’ll be responsible for coordinating and supervising the maintenance and capital works requirements for Council buildings. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a number of exciting projects and gain satisfaction from seeing positive outcomes.
The role will involve:
- Preparing Asset Condition and Building Inspection Reports for buildings
- Preparing scope of works
- Completing detailed inspections
- Preparing and implementing annual maintenance schedules
- Supervising contractors, tradespersons and other providers
- Preparing Quotation and Tender documents
Please click here to view a full Position Description.
What you should have to apply:
You’ll have a number of years experience in the building industry with exposure to project and facilities management. You’ll be confident in assessing works and will have a strong eye for associated costs. You’ll be happy working in a role that will see you office bound at times, then out on sites involved at others. This role will require you to be on site and at times, some heavy lifting, so a degree of physical fitness it required. Ideally, you’ll have experience with heritage buildings.
You’ll have:
- Current White Card
- Strong Health & Safety principals
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate well to contractors, internal stakeholders, and the public
- Strong legislative knowledge across building, plumbing, electrical
What our Council can offer you:
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements,
- Up to 12% employer super contribution
- Study assistance program
- Reward and recognition
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Vaccinations
- Paid Emergency Services leave
Application requirements and close:
To apply, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter online.
Applications close: 11pm Monday 17th June 2024 – Close date is subject to change pending qualified applications received
For further details please contact Chris Allery, (Acting) Manager – Property Works & Services on ************@frasercoast.qld.gov.au
Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.
Some information about our Region:
If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you! Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns. From K’gari - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.
Before starting your application:
Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.
Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
