Coordinator Civil Maintenance  WS490

Salary: $92,386.93 - $97,812.88 per annum
Location: Martyn Street Depot, 158A Martyn Street, Cairns 
Reference Number: 12990
Close Date: Monday 21 October 2019

Council is seeking a strong leader of people with demonstrated management skills to head up a dynamic maintenace team in and around the CBD of Cairns. The role is suited to a progressive thinker seeking to improve and enhance the cities maintenance standards.

Primary Objectives of the position:- 

• Provide overall management of civil maintenance activities for Central operations asset base, including roads, drains, paths, marine street furniture and related items.
• Integrate asset maintenance with asset renewal and upgrade planning in close collaboration with other branches of council.
• Enable effective service delivery teams focused on risk mitigated and customer focused asset and service outcomes.
• Coordinate construction projects within scope of the role in an efficient, effective and timely manner.
• Continuously improve the effectiveness of this District and the Branch’s operations by investigating new products, plant, materials and processes.

To be successful in this role you must have:- 

• Minimum of Diploma in Civil Engineering, Project Management or relevant industry experience.
• Current Queensland C class licence.
• Extensive experience in supervision of roads and drainage construction and maintenance.
• High degree of computer application skills and ability.
• Demonstrated effective people management skills specifically in the areas of staff supervision, leadership, recruitment, training, motivation, team building and performance management.

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please ensure you obtain a copy of the information kit and how to apply by clicking on the Position Description, select on "Open" to download the attachment.  

How to Apply: 
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:  

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.  

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

We offer the following benefits: 

• 9 Day Fortnight
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:-

• Pre‑employment medical assessment, which will include a drug and alcohol test.
• National Police/Criminal History Check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification/Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue   Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to Work Visa