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Technical / Project Officer WS1117
Salary Range: $78,272.41 - $81,529.17 per annum
Locations: Council Chambers, 119 - 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Reference Number: 13098
Close Date: Monday 13 January 2020
Primary Objective of the position is to supervise the fleet workshops:
- Manage and action requests and enquiries in relation to Council’s road, drainage and footpath infrastructure.
- Prepare, implement and review Council’s Asset Management Plans for road, footpaths and drainage assets.
- To assist in the development of a five year renewal programs for road, footpath and drainage assets.
- To undertake asset revaluations and condition assessments.
- To undertake asset inspections, capitalisation and reporting on Transport and Drainage assets.
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Tertiary qualifications relating to the position (e.g. Certificate IV Civil Construction, Associate Diploma Civil Engineering, Asset Management), and/or extensive relevant experience.
- Current Qld C class driver's licence or above.
- High level of skills in the use of relevant software packages.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the development and implementation of asset management plans.
- Good level of oral and written communication skills, possessing an ability to deal with confronting situations and negotiating acceptable outcomes with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated effective communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, customers and stakeholders.
For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities, Selection Criteria and Functional Job Demands, please ensure you obtain a copy of the information kit and how to apply by scrolling to the Position Description area, then clicking on "Open" to download the attachment.
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.
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Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:-
- Pre‑employment functional medical assessment, which will include a 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
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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
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We off the following benefits:
- Full-time Permanent Position
- 9 day fortnight work roster
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks sick leave
- 12% contribution to superannuation
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Subsidised Corporate Uniform
- Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
- On-going opportunities for learning and professional development relevant to the position
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