Job Description
Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.
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These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.
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About the role
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The purpose of this position is to provide effective, timely and relevant technical advice across numerous business units and programs specific to operational program delivery. The position's objectives include:
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Provision of technical advice and preconstruction support to the infrastructure management and works sections, including survey, concept design, and documentation for operational programs
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Support the project management during the preconstruction and delivery phases for operational projects, ensuring outcomes meet line statutory requirements regulations, Council policies and objectives.
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Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.
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About You
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You will have:
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Three-year Degree in Civil
Engineering/Associate
Diploma/appropriate
Certificate OR will have attained through previous appointments or service an equivalent level of expertise and experience to undertake the range of activities required.
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Apply established practices and procedures in the conduct of a range of technical activities including the fields of construction, engineering, and surveying.
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Ability to operate a word processor and/or other business software and be conversant with and utilise the functions of those systems and be proficient in their use.
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Ability to provide secretarial support requiring the exercise of sound judgement, initiative, confidentiality, and sensitivity in the performance of work.
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Ability to operate a computer and/or programs and peripheral equipment.
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Ability to undertake inspectorial duties involving the enforcement of general by-laws/regulations,



assist more senior employees with special projects.
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Possess an aptitude for gaining experience in the design, documentation, procurement, project management and delivery of infrastructure projects.
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Ability to effectively operate in a team environment within established guidelines.
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Exercise limited problem-solving judgement, using procedures, precedents, and guidelines for reference.
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What's in it for you?
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When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential.
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Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities.
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Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!
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PLEASE NOTE THAT:
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Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
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Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.
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We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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All workers of Council are responsible for the wellbeing, physical, emotional and cultural safety of the children and young people who receive our services.
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All workers are expected to act in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act ****, including the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle in their physical and online interactions with children and young people, including outside the course of their work for the Council.
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All workers are subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme and its obligations as per the Child Secure Organisations Act ****. Learn more about our commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation on our website.

📌 Technical Officer (Mount Isa)
🏢 Mount Isa City Council
📍 Mount Isa