Utilities Engineering Manager
Job No:
CHR824
Location:
Emerald
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Infrastructure & Utilities
Central Highlands Regional Council is focussed on continuous improvement and are excited to be improving the senior capabilities within their Water Utilities team. As a result, we are currently seeking an Utilities Engineering Manager to provide technical expertise and leadership to our expanding team. Reporting to the Manager Water Utilities each position will have a specific focus and responsibilities to provide assistance to our teams located across the region.
As the Utilities Engineering Manager you will be responsible for developing the growth, renewals and compliance strategies along with operational improvement project. You will also be an integral part of the water utilities leadership team and provide day-to-day technical assistance, direction and leadership to the planning and compliance team.
If you are interested in joining a team who are focused on innovative capital projects, continuous improvements, a sustainable future and efficient investment in our communities - apply now!
In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:
- Lead, motivate, mentor, develop and support the team to service delivery excellence.
- Develop resourcing strategies to ensure successful delivery of services. Ensure employee performance is meeting expectations and managing these expectations successfully.
- To define and develop appropriate growth, renewals (master planning) and compliance and business efficiency strategies.
- Ensure that regulatory plans are in place and meet the necessary approval conditions.
- Oversee the management of projects ensuring projects are delivered within an appropriate timeframe, budget and legal framework.
- Establish a reputation for reliance and trust across the spectrum of stakeholders, including other levels of government, councillors, management, peers, co-workers and the general public.
- Ensure Council’s procurement policies and procedures are followed, including the development of scopes for RFQ’s or RFT’s. Manage expenditure and budgets in consultation with the team. Ensuring the team provides value for money outcomes when making procurement decisions. Management of budget preparations, planning and monitoring.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Minimum of Queensland C class drivers’ licence.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, planning or science or significant demonstrated experience in strategic planning and compliance.
- Demonstrated leadership ability in a strategic planning and compliance role of more than 5 years preferably within Local Government.
- An understanding of the legislative and regulatory requirements pertinent to Local Government and management and operation of water and sewerage services.
- Extensive knowledge of water and sewage treatment plant processes, network design and management, risk and asset management.
- Proven highly developed managerial and supervisory skills including the use of contemporary techniques such as team building, quality assurance, total quality management and time management.
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written ability.
- Knowledge of project and contract management methodologies.
- Participation in the on-call duty roster.
- Demonstrated abilities and skills to promote leadership and cultural excellence in safety across all areas of water utilities.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Fortnightly RDO’s
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
- A detailed response to the Key Selection Criteria in the position description
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Criminal History Check
- medical Assessment
- Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 11 November 2024 at 12noon.