RoleThe role is to exercise independent professional judgement to plan, implement and monitor road and bridge works to achieve project scope, quality, cost, time, safety and environmental requirements in accordance with relevant policies and toolkits.
To access the Position Description, Position Accountabilities Exercise independent professional judgement to plan, implement and monitor road and bridge works to achieve project scope, quality, cost, time, safety and environmental requirements in accordance with relevant policies and toolkits.Undertake research and analysis to prepare, monitor and report on the physical and financial status of projects, and develop innovative responses to improve project outcomes and project processes.Apply competence in road and bridge design, construction and maintenance practices and standards to prepare and administer contracts for works.Exercise independent professional judgement to anticipate and assess potential project risks, undertake/coordinate complex risk assessments and develop necessary mitigation plans.Understand and hold contractors to account for technical, safety and permit requirements.Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.
The ideal candidate for this position will excel in critical thinking and problem solving, demonstrating the ability to resolve issues by interpreting guidelines and analyzing alternative ideas where guidelines are lacking.
They will be adept at defining and coordinating tasks to achieve agreed outcomes, monitoring progress, and taking corrective action as needed.
With accomplished business and commercial acumen, they will maximize value in business cases and contracts, leveraging a broad understanding of procurement and finance to inform decisions and manage risks effectively.
They will excel in stakeholder management by adding value, fostering connections across teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and addressing stakeholder issues constructively.
Additionally, they will actively develop others' capabilities through coaching, feedback, and learning opportunities, while implementing and supporting knowledge management and business continuity practices in their daily work.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Resilience (Applied) – Gives frank and honest feedback/advice.
Listens when ideas are challenged, seeks to understand the nature of criticism and respond constructively; Displays confidence and conviction when communicating an opinion.Outcomes Thinking (Applied) - Works with sense of purpose within the team and enables others to understand the strategic direction of the branch and organisation; Creates a sense of purpose within the team by establishing links between work and impact to the communityWorking collaboratively (Applied) - Build a supportive and cooperative team environment; Engages other teams to share information in order to understand or respond to issues; Support others in challenging situations Qualifications and ExperienceMandatory Engineer, project management, or similar, tertiary qualificationsAustralian driver's license Desirable 5+ years of construction experience or equivalentExperience in liaising with contractors/clients What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveableProfessional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public ServicesA hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamworkOptimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangementsOpportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubsWe prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture Culture ValueWe are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds.
At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction.
This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
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For help, for Quick Reference Guide.Applications close at 11:59 PM on 8th July 2024.
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