Engineer Planning and Support

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, innovative and experienced engineer to join the tenders and contracts unit in our Asset Planning and Support team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This team is responsible for ensuring proper delivery and management of contracts and tenders to support the diverse portfolio of projects including transport, drainage, open space and community infrastructure. As one of our valuable team members, you will contribute to our strategic procurement plan and contract management framework.

If you are energetic, bright, skilled with experience in preparing public work contracts, then this is the role for you!

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• University qualifications in Civil Engineering, preferably a degree qualification in a relevant or related field
• Experience in various functional areas  outlined in “Key Accountabilities” 
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Highly developed skills in the use of relevant PC applications
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Current class 'C' driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of specifications, contracts and tenders in the construction industry
• Working knowledge of Local Government Act 1993
• Working knowledge of tendering process and contract management in local government
• Strong analytical and market research skills.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $2,011.56 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Car allowance or leaseback vehicle
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Click here to view or download the position description.

  Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
   Best of luck.

Closing date:           Friday 20 September 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Walter Wong at walter.wong@blacktown.nsw.gov.au 

Internal ref:              BCC106