Technical Services Coordinator

Job No: 83072
Location: Gununa, Mornington Island, QLD

  • Coordinate a variety of infrastructure and technical services for remote Local Government on Mornington Island
  • Excellent remuneration package of $80,000 PLUS super, furnished accommodation with subsidised rent and 6 weeks annual leave!
  • Relocation Assistance + travel costs to Mornington Island so you can explore the magnificent sights of the Top End whilst getting paid!

About Mornington Shire Council and Life on Mornington Island

Mornington Shire Council is a dynamic local government organisation tackling significant issues at a social, economic and practical level on behalf of its residents. It provides a range of services to twenty two islands of the Wellesley Group in the Gulf of Carpentaria, including Council Administration, Waste Management, Municipal Services, Sport and Recreation, Water and Sewerage Maintenance and Civil Works. 

Mornington Island, the largest island in the group is located 125kms north-west of Burketown, 200kms west of Karumba and 444kms from Mount Isa. The population is estimated to be 1142 as of 2011, with the majority of the citizens living in the township of Gununa. As well as the local government offices, Gununa is also home to a child care centre and a public school (teaching up to grade 10), and is serviced by regular passenger flights from Mt Isa and Cairns as well as a barge from Karumba. 

The islands are renowned for their windswept beaches lined with sea-oak trees, rocky outcrops and mangroves. The surrounding sea is abundant with fish and marine life, such as turtle and dugong. The Lardil, Kaiadilt and Yangkaal people manage a number of land and sea management projects aimed at maintaining the unique natural environment and supporting future generations to live off the land.

About the Opportunity

Mornington Shire Council has a unique and exciting opportunity for a full time Technical Services Coordinator to join their supportive team based in Gununa on Mornington Island.

Reporting to the Executive Manager of Infrastructure and Technical Services, you'll be responsible for coordinating the delivery of infrastructure and technical services for the Mornington Shire Council including roads, waste management, parks and gardens, airport, housing, animal control, environmental health, mechanical workshop and water. 

Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Assist the Executive Manager Infrastructure and Technical Services to draft an annual Infrastructure and Technical Services budget within agreed timelines;
  • To advise and assist the Executive Manager of Infrastructure and Technical Services on policy and organisational management issues;
  • Supporting the Council’s corporate and business planning processes by providing proactive and high level input and advice in regard to Infrastructure and Technical Service delivery requirements; and
  • Assisting Executive Manager Infrastructure and Technical services to implement Council's Business Plan in accordance with target dates.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a similar role (ideally with roads and infrastructure) and the proven ability to coordinate multiple programs and projects and ensure key performance indicators, policy and legislative requirements are met. Tertiary qualifications in Infrastructure and Technical Services, Civil Works or similar field will be highly regarded.

In this hands-on role, you'll need to be extremely organised, with the ability to coordinate and control a team across a range of activities whilst still promoting team work and positive working relationships with funding bodies and stakeholders. 

It goes without saying that you will need to have highly developed communication skills, including the ability to write non-standard correspondence, reports, submissions and proposals that require original content. You will show initiative and have the ability to work individually, and to deadline. Previous experience working in a remote environment and/or with Indigenous communities will be highly advantageous, but is not mandatory to your success. 

Please note: It is a condition of employment with Mornington Shire Council that you must be an Australian Resident or hold the appropriate visa to work within Australia. Prior to commencement with Mornington Shire Council the successful candidate will be required to undertake a new criminal history check and obtain a Working with Children Blue Card. A current driver's license and the willingness to travel on occasion, is also a must.

About the Benefits

If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. You'll get the chance to see and experience more of the world-famous Gulf of Carpentaria region than most people ever will - and get paid to do it!

You will be rewarded with a highly attractive salary circa $80,000 plus superannuation (commensurate with experience and qualifications) plus an excellent range of benefits including:

  • 6 weeks annual leave;
  • 17.5% loading;
  • 15 days personal leave;
  • Relocation Assistance (up to $2,000);
  • Return annual airfares to Cairns or Mount Isa (2 per year);
  • Furnished house with subsidised rent; and 
  • Access to a fully maintained motor vehicle for work use (shared).

This is a fantastic opportunity to drive, implement and improve outcomes for remote communities. Apply Now!

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