Applications closing on 26 November 2024, 03:00 PM
Reference number VAC91-24Job Type: Full TimePackage: $86,537 to $96,155 per annum | Superannuation up to 16.5%Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state. Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup (Lake Monger), and Bold Park during their lunch break or after work.
Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character, and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience.
The Role The Engineering Technical Officer supports the Traffic and Transport team with traffic flow, road safety, parking, and infrastructure enquiries by undertaking technical investigations, proposing solutions, and providing responses to customer enquiries. This diverse and challenging role is responsible for the technical review of crossover, verge, and development applications as well as Traffic Management Plans for roadworks and events being held in the Town. In collaboration with staff, the officer will address traffic enquiries and ensure engineering compliance, contributing to the smooth function of the Engineering Services team.
Selection Criteria The successful candidate's core values will mirror the Town's values of Friendly and Helpful, Teamwork, Creativity, Integrity, and Respect, and be able to demonstrate the following:
Previous experience in providing a range of traffic engineering services in a multi-disciplinary environment, ideally in local government.Ability to utilise various computer applications including MS Office and AutoCAD at an intermediate level.Sound communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain composure when interacting with internal and external customers.Ability to research and interpret technical plans, contractual documentation, policies, and procedures to provide support in the delivery of technical services and projects.Demonstrated ability to solve problems of a technical nature, organise and prioritise own workload to ensure service area outcomes, and maintain administration standards and expectations.Tertiary qualification (or significant progress towards) in Civil Engineering is desirable.Traffic Management Planning accreditation would be highly regarded but can be obtained following employment.Local Government experience relevant to the position would be highly regarded.Right to work in Australia (birth certificate, current passport, or current visa).Current 'C' Class Drivers License.Why work for Town of Cambridge Up to 16.5% Superannuation (employer contribution)Flexible working hours / flexi-days22 days annual leave per year10 days personal leaveHealth and Wellbeing programEmployee Assistance ProgramTraining and Development opportunitiesFree access to Bold Park AquaticFree car parkingQuarterly staff cultural awards13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years' service in Local Government. Pro-rata long service leave is available after 7 years' service (long service entitlements are transferable within Local Governments).How to apply If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you!
Applications can be submitted online and require you to upload a current resume and respond to questions about your experience in relation to the position as part of the application process. Please review the Applicant Information Pack and Position Description prior to commencing your application. Click on the 'Apply Online' button to apply.
Should you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Lewis Wise, Manager Engineering Services, for a confidential discussion at (08) 9285 3185.
Closing date: 3pm, Tuesday, 26 November 2024; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date.
#J-18808-Ljbffr