- A varied and challenging role, will see the successful applicant ensue quality products and value for money is delivered.
- Competitive annual salary commencing at $111,424 plus up to 13% superannuation
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Role Overview:
Support the Manager Operations Roads and Drainage with the total contract management and administration for Transport and Main Roads (TMR) Road Asset Performance Contract (RMPC) and other minor external contracts. Ensuring quality products, value for money, timely delivery and the health and safety of staff with a strong focus on continuous improvement and customer service.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Experience in administering a Department of Main Roads, Road Maintenance Performance Contracts.
- Experience using maintenance, project and financial management software.
- Knowledge of the principles of project management.
- Knowledge of relevant contemporary practice and legislation.
- Practical knowledge of industry best practices for maintenance treatment selection, workflow and work practice including strategy, costings, scheduling, programing and timing.
- Practical experience in supervision and management of civil works contracts.
- Demonstrated experience in industry best practice road maintenance activities.
- Understanding of quality assurance in civil works.
- Understanding of road materials and production.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced computer literacy and experience in using handheld computer devices.
- Demonstrated ability to implement and foster a customer service culture.
- Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence or above that is current and maintained.
- Construction Industry White/Blue card.
Essential Requirements:
- Deliver the endorsed objectives and targets for the Unit as outlined in the Corporate Plan, Operational Plan, Business Plan, contract documentation and Staff Development reviews.
- Manage planning of the work units' activities in line with Legislation, Council’s Policies, and Procedures to mitigate non-compliances.
- Coordinate TMR contracts operational workflow and managing activities to ensure efficiency to meet the demands of council’s forward planning and maintenance activities including planning and procurement of works and materials.
- Total contract administration and management to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of contracts for the Department of Transport and Main Roads and other minor contracts as required.
- Undertake procurement activities for external contractor pricing, review of contractor responses prior to engagement for works and sub-contractor management and supervision.
- Provide technical support to the road maintenance delivery team and support the implementation of a mobile computing solution on TMR contracts.
- Assist in the implementation of quality assurance system across maintenance and TMR contracts.
- Development and implementation of a routine inspection schedule across TMR contracts.
- Coordinate audits and field investigations to report on incidents related to the activities associated with TMR contracts and develop reports, including reporting on insurance claims.
- Investigate, collate, monitor and evaluate information to provide reports on key performance indicators and outcomes of TMR contracts.
- Coordinate traffic and road operations, and road corridor management on the TMR network.
- Develop, implement and maintain systems for the monitoring and reporting on the contracts key deliverables.
- Exercising sound judgement, initiative and confidentiality including an ongoing review of business systems and processes within the unit as part of a continuous improvement.
- Foster a positive relationship with all key stakeholders.
- Support and promote a positive and cooperative team environment, which fosters creative problem solving and knowledge sharing.
- Maintain a positive organisational image, which promotes good customer relations and maximise the provision of a high level of service to enhance the customer experience.
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Operations Roads & Drainage on 07-5481 0892 or email jesse.balfour@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
- Nine-day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply
Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested (please use an individualised email address as using another person's may effect your application, if you do not have one please follow this link to create a Gmail account)
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday12th January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
