Narromine Shire is located in the heart of the rich Macquarie Valley, approximately40 kilometres west of the regional centre of Dubbo.
The Shire is a strong agricultural area with a moderate climate, excellent medical and educational facilities, and a wide range of sporting and recreational opportunities.
Narromine is also experiencing continued growth across business and industry.
Council's mission is to enhance the Shire'simage, lifestyle and environmentthrough effective leadership, community involvement and a strong commitment to service.
About Narromine Shire Council
Narromine Shire is located in the heart of the rich Macquarie Valley, approximately40 kilometres west of the regional centre of Dubbo.
The Shire is a strong agricultural area with a moderate climate, excellent medical and educational facilities, and a wide range of sporting and recreational opportunities.
Narromine is also experiencing continued growth across business and industry.
Council's mission is to enhance the Shire'simage, lifestyle and environmentthrough effective leadership, community involvement and a strong commitment to service.
About the position
Narromine Shire Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced professional to join ourInfrastructure and Engineering Services DepartmentasManager Engineering Services.
This is a keytechnical leadership roleresponsible for Council'scivil engineering design, technical review, surveying, GIS, asset inspection and long-term infrastructure planning functions.
The role will oversee the preparation and review of designs for roads, stormwater, drainage and footpath infrastructure, provide professional engineering advice, manage Council's spatial and survey functions, coordinate asset inspection programs and contribute to the development of Council'sannual and 10-year infrastructure works programs.
You will also lead and mentor Council's engineering services team, promote high technical standards and ensure infrastructure planning and decision-making ispractical, evidence-based and aligned with Council's budgets and asset management plans.
Key responsibilities include
Preparing and reviewing detailed civil engineering designs forroads, intersections, kerb and gutter, footpaths and stormwater drainage




Providing professional technical advice to Council, staff, developers, contractors and stakeholders
Managing Council'sGIS, QGIS and spatial data systems
Overseeing surveying activities and associated equipment, includingrover, drone and Causenet systems
Coordinating asset inspections, condition assessments and technical data collection
Developing and monitoring Council'sannual and 10-year works programs
Supporting Council's asset management planning and infrastructure prioritisation
Leading, mentoring and developing technical staff
Maintaining effective quality assurance, technical documentation and design standards
Monitoring relevant budgets, estimates, expenditure and program delivery
To be successful in this position you will need
Degree in Civil Engineeringor an equivalent relevant qualification
Minimumfive years' experience in civil design, including roads, stormwater and surveying
Demonstrated proficiency inCAD software
Experience managingGIS platforms, including QGIS, spatial data and mapping systems
Experience undertaking or managing surveying activities and survey equipment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to a range of audiences
CurrentClass C Driver's Licence
General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Desirable experience
Experience working inLocal Government or a similar public-sector infrastructure environment
Experience leading, mentoring and developing technical staff
Asset management, condition assessment and long-term infrastructure planning experience
Drone surveying experience
Experience applyingAustroads guidelines, Australian Standards and relevant civil infrastructure design standards
Experience developing standard drawings, design templates, technical procedures and document-control systems
What we offer
Permanent full-time employment




Grade 19 — $123,383 to $139,596 per annum
12% superannuation
Civil Liability Allowance
35-hour working week
Flexible working arrangements
Optional leaseback vehicle
Generous training and career development opportunities
A range of employee wellbeing and leave benefits
Employment conditions in accordance with theLocal Government (State) Award
This is an opportunity to take a leading role in the planning, design and management of infrastructure that directly supports the Narromine Shire community.
Employee benefits
Narromine Shire Council offers a range of benefits designed to support employee wellbeing, development and work-life balance, including:
Flexible working arrangements
12% superannuation, with salary sacrifice options for additional contributions
Generous training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program providing confidential external counselling services
Subsidised corporate wardrobe
Workplace health initiatives includingbiennial skin checks and annual flu vaccinations
Generous leave provisions, including:4 weeks annual leave
1 week of MyLeave
2 weeks sick leave
Long service leave available after5 years
Carer's, Emergency Services and Parental leave
Options to access long service leave at normal, half or double pay
Pre-employment screening
A functional assessment at Council's expense, includinghearing and drug and alcohol testing
Reference checks
Verification of qualifications and certificates
Any additional screening relevant to the position
Privacy statement
Information collected as part of the recruitment process will be managed in accordance with thePrivacy and Personal Information Protection Actand will only be accessed by those involved in the recruitment and selection process.
Enquiries
David Robins
Manager Human Resources
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Applications
Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.
Applications will be assessed as they are received and Council may progress suitable candidates at any time.Early applications are encouraged.
Narromine Shire Council is committed toEqual Employment Opportunityand encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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