Asset Technical Officer - Roads

(2-year Contract)

The Warren Shire covers an area of 10,860 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 3,000 people.  It is contained within the Orana Region of NSW and is bound by the Shires of Bogan (Nyngan), Brewarrina, Coonamble, Gilgandra, Lachlan, Narromine and Walgett.   Within the Shire is the town of Warren (Administration Centre) on the Macquarie River, population 2,000 and the villages of Collie, population 38 and Nevertire, population 103.

The Opportunity Working in the Engineering Department, the Asset Technical Officer-Roads will undertake the routine and ad hoc audits and inspections of roads infrastructure assets.

To be successful in this position, you will possess the following skills and/or experience:

• A combination of substantial years of relevant experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position OR possess a Tertiary Qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Demonstrated industry knowledge and experience in road construction and maintenance and the ability to ensure a programmed approach to asset maintenance and inspections in accordance with management and maintenance plans, agreed service levels and relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated level of computer literacy and keyboard skills including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and the web as required.
• Ability to employ initiative, set priorities, plan and organise own work and coordinate with other staff.
• Current Open Class C Driver's Licence

Employment Conditions

• Salary Range: $1310.30 - $1519.95 per week + allowances (if applicable)
• 11.5% superannuation.
• 19-day month flexitime system – 35-hour week
• Leave provisions as per the Local Government (State) Award
• 2-year contract position

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development

Applications 

An information package must be obtained by attending the Administration Centre, 115 Dubbo Street, Warren or by visiting Council website www.warren.nsw.gov.au

All applications should be addressed to the General Manager and must include a Resume and the completed ‘Employment Application Form’ (in the information package) along with two (2) recent references/referees. 

Applications 

 An information package must be obtained by attending the Administration Centre, 115 Dubbo Street, Warren or by visiting Council website www.warren.nsw.gov.au

Applications can be lodged:

• Via mail – P.O. Box 6, Warren, NSW, 2824
• In person – 115 Dubbo Street, Warren, NSW, 2824
• Via email – hr@warren.nsw.gov.au

Warren Shire Council recognises the skills and attributes of Veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.