About the role
In this role, you will contribute to the efficient and effective management of the City’s civil infrastructure network, including roads, footpaths, bridges and associated civil assets. You will coordinate and assess third-party applications within Council road reserves, assess network access requirements and provide support for the planning and delivery of capital works projects. Your work will help ensure the City’s infrastructure operates safely, sustainably and efficiently.

Work type: Two positions available.  Permanent Full Time with consideration to Part Time
Classification: Band 6 $98,633 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Assess and coordinate third-party road reserve works and heavy-vehicle access applications in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, asset capacity, safety and network requirements.
• Undertake engineering investigations and develop practical recommendations relating to roads, footpaths, bridges and associated civil infrastructure
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture, by supporting change activities and actively collaborating with team members to achieve high levels of productivity.
• Train and actively support others in the team by sharing knowledge to achieve common development goals.  
• Translate technical engineering, asset and network access information into clear and practical advice for leaders, stakeholders, customers and the community.
• Work with the department leader to deliver the unit’s business plan and strategy, to achieve value for our community and customers.
• Execute, monitor, and report on work progress against plans and budgets to ensure timely delivery in line with the relevant regulations and policies.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to prioritise and organise tasks, and experience in civil engineering. You will be able to assess and schedule competing road access needs, analyse data to inform practical outcomes, and understand construction legislation with a focus on safety. Tertiary or technical qualifications in civil engineering or construction are highly desirable.

Essential Experience:

• Experience undertaking infrastructure investigations, assessing engineering issues and providing technical advice relating to roads, footpaths, bridges or associated civil infrastructure assets.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to support, influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve practical outcomes.
• Developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical information into clear and practical advice.
• Well-developed planning, prioritisation and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability to apply civil engineering principles, relevant legislation, standards and policies to roads, road-reserve access and associated civil infrastructure, with a working appreciation of drainage interfaces.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
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Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Aaron McGlade | Coordinator Civil Infrastructure Planning | AMcGlade@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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