Salary Range: Grade 19 ($ - $ per week + 12% Superannuation, 3.5% CLA & Access to Lease-back Vehicle)
A council truly passionate about community!
Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Nandewar Ranges. At Gunnedah Shire Council we are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders. We are dedicated to Gunnedah being a livable and accessible community for all ages and demographics. Additionally, as a council we are proud to promote economic and business development in the region.
We are not only invested in the people of Gunnedah, we are also heavily invested in its employees and their future careers.
Are you passionate about strategic planning, asset lifecycle management, and delivering resilient infrastructure outcomes for local communities?
Gunnedah Shire Council is seeking a motivated and collaborative professional to join as our next Strategy and Assets Engineer.
Benefits of the role
- Enjoy a rural community lifestyle
- Advance your career in a vibrant local community
- Receive an attractive package up to $150,000/year TCP + optional Lease-back Vehicle
- Relocation assistance for the right applicant, a paid rostered day off every three weeks, ongoing professional development opportunities and negotiable flexibility
Our Next Strategy & Assets Engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and implement strategic business plans for Council’s Infrastructure Assets
- Ensure Infrastructure Assets provide best value for community stakeholders
- Provide specialist advice for, and execute, strategic planning, development of options, and financial analysis for civil and public infrastructure strategic planning
- Manage consultancy contracts for strategic plans for infrastructure assets
- Provide technical support for staff
- Provide quality administration support as required
Key Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications acceptable for membership of Engineers Australia
- WHS General Induction for Construction Work (White Card)
- Demonstrated skills and knowledge in use of Microsoft Office applications
- Ability and continued commitment to work according to Council’s policies and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision
- Current valid NSW Class C Drivers Licence
Desirable characteristics
- Experience in Local Government
- Experience in Project Management for civil infrastructure
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!
Why Join Gunnedah Shire Council?
- Work only 35 hours per week
- Accrue a Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 3 weeks, helping you manage the work-life balance
- Flexible Working Arrangements Negotiable
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Access to 2 Health and Wellbeing days annually
- Receive annual award salary increases with potential for further increases during performance appraisal cycles
- Salary packaging and salary sacrificing options available (Salary Packaging Australia)
- Supportive and dynamic work workplace
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- 4 weeks annual leave
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community
Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidates of all ages and from all backgrounds.
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