Technical Officer - Capital Works

About us

The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.

With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.

Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year. 

About the role

This position is a permanent full-time role in the construction team based at the Moruya Depot. You will provide technical support to develop, review, and monitor systematic activities within the Capital Works Division, as well as assist the Works Engineer Construction with project management, including procurement activities.

Your main duties will also include:

• Review and update technical documentation in the civil industry field with consideration of current specifications, systems, policies, codes of practice and legislation.
• Develop and review of Project Management Plans for the Capital Works Division in accordance with council’s systems.
• Undertake Safety, Quality and Environmental audits in construction sites.
• Scheduling and documentation of post-project review of projects and activities delivered by the Capital Works Division.  
• Prepare briefs/documents for procurement and engagement of external consultants and contractors in accordance with policies and procedures
• Identify technical process improvements within the Capital Works Division that satisfy business requirements for recommendation to the Divisional Manger Works and facilitate their implementation.
• Assist in the development, monitoring and review of project budgets.
• Gather information of construction systematic activities for the development of reports to be presented to external and internal stakeholders.

Salary information

Total remuneration for the role is in the range $91,853.58 to $100,809.69 gross per annum consisting of:

• $82,379.89 to $90,412.28 base salary
• $9,473.69 to $10,397.41 superannuation (at 11.5%)

What we offer

We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.

Culture and benefits

• Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
• 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
• Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
• 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
• Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
• Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
• Salary packaging program.

About you

Your exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, combined with your excellent communication and experience in delivering high level of customer service will help you stand out!

You application will further demonstrate the following:

• Associate diploma in civil engineering and/or significant relevant experience, familiarity with regional road & drainage construction works.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present accurate and timely documentation including various reports, work procedures, etc.
• Understanding of quality, safety and environmental systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing procurement documents for engagement of consultants and external contractors.
• Sound computing skills including use of MS Office applications and ability to use customised in-house applications.
• High level of interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organised with proven time management skills to effectively deliver multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good analytical skills with an eye for quality and high attention to detail

Please read the Information Package for full details. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Manuel Marquez on 0447 220 718.

To apply for this position, please complete the form below or go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website page if you found this vacancy via a job search website.

Applications close: Sunday 16 February 2025 at 11:00pm. 

Confirmation of personal identity and working rights:
As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight. 

Should you then move to the next stage of the recruitment process after interview, you will be required to produce documentation that proves your working rights in Australia, such as a passport, birth certificate, driver’s licence, proof of permanent residency or temporary VISA grant notice.