Infrastructure and Operations - Water | Engineering
Permanent FullTime opportunity available (9 day fortnight) Tertiary levelqualification/s in Civil or Mechanical Engineering LGO 8($113,644 - $128,384 per annum +superannuation) based on skills, qualifications andexperience ET 8 (degreequalified) ($124,553 - $137,989 per annum+ superannuation) based on skills, qualifications andexperience Why ChooseUs Townsville CityCouncil is the largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsvillethrough driving economic diversity and generating an enrichinglifestyle.
Our organisationprovides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets includingwater and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges,drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sportingvenues and more.
We contribute to anactive lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events,providing recreational facilities, protecting the naturalenvironment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physicallyhealthy city.
We are drivingeconomic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growinga city for this and future generations by building a vibrant,sustainable and innovative city.
Council'svision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven andinnovation focused city while continuing to deliver serviceexcellence and to be led by our community to create an excitingtoday and future.
OurVision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyleand nature.
OurPurpose: Grow Townsville
OurValues: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value,Enjoyment
About theRole Thiskey leadership role leads a large team across a diverse technicalrange of Water Reticulation and Bulk Water assets responsible forthe effective and efficient operation of Council's waternetwork. The Water section provides water collection, distributionand treatment services in accordance with Council's customerstandards, policies, procedures and relevant legislation, with theobjective to prevent environmental harm and to ensure publichealth, safety and wellbeing.
Inthis role you will lead a proactive safety culture across the WaterNetworks team coordinating a broad range of Water operationalactivities, maintenance and Capital projects.
Thisrole will drive a positive culture to ensure that all teammembers are engaged, well-trained and motivated to ensure thateveryone goes home safe and well. This position will also advancecustomer service, quality and productivity and ensure that Councilcomplies with all environmental legislation and regulation relatedto Wastewater.
Aboutyou Tobe successful in this role, tertiary level qualification/s in Civilor Mechanical Engineering and eligibility to apply for membershipof Engineers Australia is desirable.
Itis also desirable for the role to have Professional Engineer inQueensland (RPEQ) registration or eligibility to satisfy theregistration criteria and have a Certificate IV in WaterIndustry Operations or ability and willingness to obtain thisqualification within two years of commencement in thisposition. You will also have a "C" class driver licence and aConstruction Industry White Card (30215 QLD).
Youwill have extensive experience in the management, operations,maintenance, construction and control of water infrastructure, andsystems and experience in the management and supervision ofprofessional, technical, operational, maintenance andadministration staff. You will also have highly developed writtencommunication, organisational, administrative and budgetingskills.
Youwill have the ability to analyse and interpret engineeringsituations and problems to develop technical designs and solutionsA high level of people management, project management andprioritisation skills is also required.
**Positionre-advertised. Previous unsuccessful applicants need notre-apply.**
How toApply Yourapplication can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Pleaseinclude a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how yourskills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achievesuccess in this role. We also will require your resume and attachedcopies of any licences and qualifications as per the keyrequirements of the role.
For furtherinformation review the PositionDescription. ClosingDate: 11.45pm, Thursday 27 June 2024 What We Offer 17.5% annualleave loading Up to 5 weeksannual leave Up to 3 weeksPersonal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paidParental Leave Domestic andFamily Violence Leave Up to *13.5%Superannuation employer contribution for contributingmembers SalarySacrifice opportunities Learning andDevelopment opportunities FitnessPassport program offering discounted membership to selectedgym, pool, and yoga facilities EmployeeLoyalty Program offering discounts at selected localbusinesses EmployeeAssistance Program * The Councilcontribution to employees' superannuation for contributingemployees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earningssubject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of theirordinary time earnings. We arecommitted to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diversestyles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued,encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds(including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, peoplewith disability, and veterans) are encouraged toapply! If you need anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you wouldlike to discuss any accessibility requirements, pleasecontact ****** or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidentialdiscussion.
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