Coordinator Civil Maintenance - Cairns Regional Council - GovernmentCareer - Local

First listed on: 05 January 2018

Coordinator Civil Maintenance

Cairns Regional Council plays a fundamental role in planning and providing for the Cairns community. Servicing a population of over 150,000 across an area of nearly 1700km2 from Bramston Beach to Palm Cove, we deliver more than 400 services and functions. With the mission to serve the community, Cairns Regional Council delivers a myriad of programs and services designed to promote the well-being of residents, the environment and the local economy. In addressing the challenges of population growth, climate change, environmental management, economic development and social well-being, we strive to create a sustainable, secure and vibrant future for our community.

 

Coordinator Civil Maintenance - Central

Location: 158A Martyn Street, Cairns - QLD

 

  • Level 7 - $86,413.35 - $91,488.46 per annum + super
  • Full Time Permanent
  • 9 day fortnight
  • 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks sick leave
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • Discounted corporate membership to local gyms / pools
  • On-going personal and professional development relevant to the position 

We are currently seeking an experienced, innovative & forward thinking professional to provide the overall management of the civil maintenance activities for the central operations asset base, including roads, drains, paths, marine street furniture, trades and cleansing services. This role has 4 direct reports with responsibility for approximately 40 staff overall. 

 

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised planner with a civil maintenance background and a vision for creating and implementing efficiencies and continuous improvement whilst maintaining a high level of service to the community. Substantial experience in the supervision of roads and drainage maintenance and construction gained in a similar role is essential. 

 

To be considered for role you must have:-

  • A minimum of a Diploma in Civil Engineering, Project Management or relevant industry experience.
  • Extensive experience in supervision of roads and drainage construction and maintenance.
  • Demonstrated skills in financial control including ability to prepare estimates and budgets, determine unit rates, monitor job and budget expenditure and prepare budget reports.
  • Highly developed organisational skills including a demonstrated ability to effectively plan, program, organise and schedule a multitude of diverse and complex tasks and projects.
  • High level interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated skills in financial control including ability to prepare estimates and budgets, determine unit rates, monitor job and budget expenditure and prepare budget reports.
  • High degree of computer application skills and ability 

For a full list of duties, responsibilities & selection criteria please download the information kit. 

 

To apply:

Please ensure your application includes:- 

  • Cover letter addressing the selection criteria as detailed in the position description, both essential and desirable
  • Current copy of your Resume 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including a drug & alcohol test & national criminal history check. 

 

All applications must be made on-line and close on 21 January 2018.

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