South Burnett Regional Council Nanango QLDSouth Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.Council recognises the key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members.We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community.We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.Further, our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure.Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public.We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.South Burnett Regional Council is committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.About the RegionThe South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast.The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer.The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.About the roleBased in NanangoPermanent Full Time$76K - $82K per annum + Allowances + SuperCouncil is seeking an Officer to provide technical, financial, administrative and project support to the Infrastructure department.This position will respond to technical enquiries from internal and external customers, prepare funding applications, tenders, quotes, contracts, monitor performance of expenses, as well as provide executive level administrative support and quality management assistance.The successful applicant will have a high level of experience in project management, knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects and legislative requirements with Infrastructure (assets, construction and maintenance), ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as computer and organisational skills, with the ability to meet assigned deadlines.Mandatory QualificationsMinimum requirement of a current C Class driver's licence.General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card)Desirable QualificationsTertiary qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Business Administration)Benefits and perksWork / Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)Up to 12% employer superannuation contributionAccess to Salary Packaging BenefitsAccess to Corporate membershipsAccess to Health and Wellbeing programsSkills and experiencePlease address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application:Relevant experience in project management, contract administration, financial and government reporting.Knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects and legislative requirements associated with infrastructure assets construction, maintenance, and administration.Highly developed oral and written communication skills.High level of computer skills including sound knowledge of the MS Suite and knowledge of corporate software systems.Sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team in an environment of change.Lodging your applicationPlease make sure your application includes:A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.Current resume.Copies of your tickets, licences and qualifications that are listed on the position description.Please note, seek only has the option to provide two attachments, one being your cover letter and the other being your resume.In order to provide key selection criteria and copies of qualifications/tickets, please include these into your cover letter document/attachment.Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9.
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