Asphalt And Spray Seals Engineer

Civil/Structural Engineering (Engineering)
Government - Local (Government & Defence)
We are seeking an Asphalt and Spray Seals Engineer to operate on a permanent full-time basis to play a pivotal role in shaping the safety, accessibility and sustainability of our community's infrastructure.
Roads and pathways are the arteries of any suburb – enabling not just transport, but also the flow of commerce, emergency services and everyday living. The work of the Asphalt and Spray Seals Engineer ensures that the City of Swan's assets are safe, durable and designed with future growth in mind. The role is responsible for planning, managing and supervising a range of road projects and maintenance programs that form part of the annual capital works programme ensuring quality and timeliness in the completion of all projects in a safe and cost-effective manner.
Due to the expectations of the role, we require someone with strong relationship management skills with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a variety of contractors and stakeholders.
Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to: Independently plan, project manage and supervise the annual capital works resurfacing programme, in the Operations Division including (Engineering and Parks, Construction and Maintenance, and Project Management) ensuring quality and timeliness in the completion of all projects Project manage and supervise the contractor road annual maintenance programme to a good quality and timeliness in the completion of all works Generate Capital work estimates for resurfacing and road rehabilitation projects for the Asset Management Department, influencing and providing program guidance on the Long Term Financial Plan Monitor and Control project costs to approved budgets ensuring goals and targets are met Assist with the generation of all relevant tenders and contracts, providing specialist knowledge and experience in asphalt, sealing, profiling and stabilisation fields Prepare, manage and superintend asphalt, seal, profiling and stabilisation contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Assist the Business Unit Manager and organisation with various tasks as directed For more information about the role please refer to the position description.
The successful candidate will have the following: Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or Pavement Engineering Specialised knowledge of asphalt, seal, profiling and road stabilising activities Knowledge of Road and Civil Engineering maintenance and construction techniques Demonstrated experience managing and delivering projects specialised in complex resurfacing nature including profiling, stabilising, sealing and asphalting Ability to lead investigations into pavements and wearing courses which have failed or show defects, identifying the root causes and recommend rectification treatment options Sound knowledge of WHS legislation and practices Well developed communication skills with the ability to manage and maintain positive relationships A satisfactory National Police Certificate C Class Drivers Licence Safety Awareness Training Certificate (White Card) Qualifications in Asphalt and Seal Training, Project Management and/or Traffic Management will be highly regarded About working with us: The salary for this position will be from $107,720.74 - $121,862.05 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
You will also enjoy benefits including: Flexibility to balance work and life with a 19-day month or 9 day fortnight Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 16.5% or (LGIA) Comprehensive employee wellness program Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply) Free parking options available Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work About the City: The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations. The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829. Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.
The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.
Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of 'one city, diverse people, culture and places' through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.
At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.
We welcome everyone exactly as they are. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, people with a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
For a discussion about the position, please contact Revender on (08) 9267 9387 .
For queries regarding the application process, please contact our People Services team on (08) 9267 9014 .
To apply please submit a resume that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role by including an objective statement within the resume, via the link. 
Closing Date: Sunday 3 November 2024 at 11pm AWST.
The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this position please do so as soon as possible. Welcome to the City of Swan.
The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.
The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.
Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.
Welcome to the City of Swan.
The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.
The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.
Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.
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