Position Summary |
Enhance your career by joining Cairns Regional Council, one of the largest employers in the Cairns region. Our commitment to delivering high quality services to the community means we need talented, committed people - we need you!
We are currently seeking a Capital Works / Technical Officer to join our Water & Waste Operations team.
Primary Objectives of the position:
- The provision of high level technical advice on maintenance and capital project activities within the Wastewater and Water units.
- Effective management of capital works projects for Wastewater Services.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or Engineering or relevant experience.
- Significant experience in water and wastewater industry.
- Sound understanding of contract management with demonstrated ability to negotiate and administer major capital works contracts.
- Demonstrated detailed knowledge of contractual practices and processes and recognition of how they relate to working within a Water Authority.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary to be a contributing team member.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and achieve performance goals in a team environment.
For a full listing of Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection criteria please refer to the Information Kit / Position Description on Cairns Regional Council's website.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a national police history check.
In return we offer:
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 12% contribution to Superannuation
- 17.5% leave loading
- Locality allowance
- Subsidised health and well-being membership
- On-going opportunities for personal and professional development
How to apply:
Your application must be submitted online via Cairns Regional Council's website. Your application must consist of a cover letter addressing the three main elements under the selection criteria and a copy of your current resume.
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