Capital Works Project Officer
(12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Reference Number: 12945
Salary Range: $71,757.43 - $76,644.04 pro-rata per annum
Location: Martyn Street Depot
Closing: Sunday 1st September 2019

We offer the following benefits: 

• 9 Day Fortnight
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

Primary objectives of the position:
To assist in the coordination and delivery of facility related capital projects and to develop and ensure appropriate levels of service, project delivery, fiscal probity and accountability.

To be successful in this role you will require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Building Services Engineering / Maintenance Management / Project Administration related fields or significant relevant industry experience.
• "C" Class drivers licence.
• Demonstrated experience in building industry construction and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and all associated processes.
• Well developed verbal and written communication skills, planning and coordination skills with demonstrated ability to compile and present technical reports

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a physical assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa