Manager Civil Engineering

Job No: ISC273
Location: Inverell

Applications are invited for the position of Manager Civil Engineering, based at Council's Administration Centre.  The successful applicant shall be responsible for the management and control of Council's Civil Engineering Branch.

For more information about Inverell Shire Council and the Manager Civil Engineering position please click here to access the position profile.

 

Applicants should address the following Selection Criteria:

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification, or extensive experience in a related field; and
  • NSW Class C Drivers Licence or equivalent.

  Skills & Experience

  • Experience in a range of civil engineering activities including road construction, asset maintenance, traffic management, structural works (bridges etc.), design and drainage;
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage human and other resources to achieve identified outcomes.
  • Experience in dealing with the public.
  • Good planning, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Report writing skills;
  • Ability to produce high quality work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of computer systems including familiarity with Word, Excel and the Internet.
  • Ability to work with Council, governments/ government instrumentalities, private sector, professional bodies, community groups/ community, kindred organisations and industrial bodies.
  • Extensive experience in preparing detailed estimates for projects.
  • Well developed communication skills.
  • A demonstrated commitment to customer service.

Desirable Criteria:

Qualifications

  • Completion of post graduate studies in management.
  • SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction Card (‘White Card’).
  • Prepare a work zone traffic management plan (PWZ) accreditation.
  • A thorough knowledge of Transport for NSW (TfNSW) funding programs for local government and previous experience implementing such programs.

Skills & Experience

  • A thorough knowledge of Transport for NSW (TfNSW) funding programs for local government and previous experience implementing such programs.
  • At least 5 years experience in a related management role.

 

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.  The total remuneration package for this role shall range from $169,097.40 to $174,647.40 gross per annum as follows:

 

Total Remuneration Package $169,097.40

$174,647.40

Total Salary (Before Tax) $145,000.00 $150,000.00
Superannuation $16,757.40 $17,307.40
Motor Vehicle $7,340.00 $7,340.00

 

Enquiries in relation to the nature of the position may be made by speaking directly with Council’s Director Civil Services, Justin Pay, on (02) 6728 8200.

Please submit your application online by going to the Council Employment Section at www.inverell.nsw.gov.au. Letters of application submitted online are to be addressed to the General Manager, and will close on Friday 26th April 2024 at 4:30pm.  Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.

 

Brett McInnes
General Manager
Inverell Shire Council

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Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.

Council’s Total Annual Expenditure - $40 million

Total Employees - 215

New South Wales Department of Planning and Environment forecasts Inverell LGA to grow by 12.2 per cent by 2031.