Main characteristics
- Company
- Parkes Shire Council
- Salary
- $90,000 to $119,000
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Engineering
Job summary
About the OpportunityParkes Shire region is experiencing significant growth and development with the development of the Strategic Activation Precinct, By Pass and being the link between Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail. Parkes Shire Council has an opportunity for a Works Engineer to join the organisation to support the regional growth and implement Council's works programs relating to roads, bridges, and traffic infrastructure.
Reporting to the Executive Manager Operations, you will prepare and implement civil maintenance and construction programs and provide technical support for civil operations and asset management programs. You will lead a team of Operations Supervisors and a Project team to deliver these programs. Remuneration and Benefits
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment: The Grade applicable to the position is Grade 16 to 18 within Council's salary structure Additional 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance is payable in accordance with Award provisions The annual salary range is from $90,000 ($49/hr) to $119,000 ($65/hr) (incl. Civil Liability Allowance) plus 10.5% superannuation. Starting salary to be determined dependent upon the qualifications and experience of successful applicant.
Benefits of working at Council include: 35 hour working week Four weeks Annual Leave per year Access to Long Service Leave after five years Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) Flexible working arrangements available Financial assistance with relocation expenses Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA) [link removed] Health and Wellbeing initiatives About You
This role is for a skilled professional who has the passion, drive and technical knowledge to coordinate, prioritise and deliver design services.
To be successful in this position you will possess: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Demonstrated experience in design services with the application of engineering and project management standards Sound project management skills and ability to plan, prioritise and execute multiple projects Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders in order to determine the best solution to achieve organisation outcomes SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card) Current and maintained Drivers Licence Working with Children Check National Police History Check You must have the right to live and work in Australia How to Apply
To find out more about Parkes Shire Council and this position - Click Apply Now
You will be redirected to Council's recruitment page
Enquiries: Telephone Logan Hignett on (02) 6861 2333 for further information.
Closing Date: 11pm AEST on Sunday, 10 July 2022.
Good luck and we look forward to receiving your Application!