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- Oficina en Albury
Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.
Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.
AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.
DIRECTORATE:
Infrastructure, Planning & Environment
CLASSIFICATION:
Grade J
SALARY:
$115,373 to $133,832 pa + 12% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Private use of vehicle under lease back arrangement
Plus 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance in addition to your Base Salary
REPORTING TO:
Service Leader City Projects
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent Full Time
THE POSITION:
This position will provide strong leadership across the City Works Team, delivering AlburyCity's civil infrastructure construction and maintenance projects.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the delivery of City Works daily works operations.
- Lead and manage the team including; performance management, training & development, workflow coordination, workforce planning and developing a high level of morale and harmony.
- Ensure the road network is maintained and developed in accordance with agreed service levels and asset management plans.
- Ensure major construction projects are completed in accordance with the project directives and agreed service levels.
- Ensure the delivery of customer service commitments including quality of services and response times.
- Manage community consultation processes leading to approval of strategies and development plans.
- Improve efficiency through the implementation of continuous improvement programs.
- Develop works program scheduling.
- Input into the preparation of effective asset management systems, including future infrastructure modelling.
- Determine appropriate resource allocation required to deliver services.
- Provide input to business and financial plans including budget preparation, return on investment and ongoing monitoring and reporting.
- Examine opportunities for external work where appropriate.
- Assist with the development and implementation of strategic planning.
- Input into the development of conservation measures and policies to ensure long term sustainability.
- Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.
- Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
- Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.
Qualifications
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal
- Our People
External
- Our Community
- Government Agencies
- Community Groups
- Commercial customers
- Residential customers
- Professional groups
- Contractors
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- Based on a 35 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.
- In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will attract a 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance, which is calculated on the base weekly rate of pay.
- This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 35 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor.
- This position does not require you to wear a compulsory uniform, however you must follow the dress code requirements within the AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
- This position involves working in a predominantly indoor environment and using a computer is considered a core component of the role. There may be occasional visits to other work locations. The position requires an average level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake occasional physical activities, such as walking and lifting, along with general manual handling tasks as part of a normal working environment. A medical declaration is required for this position.
- A fully maintained vehicle is available with access to AlburyCity’s Commuter Use Program
- This position is subject to pre-employment and ongoing alcohol and other drug testing in accordance with AlburyCity procedures.
- This position requires the employee to lodge an annual Pecuniary Interest Return.
- This position is delegated with certain powers, authorities, duties and functions of Council under the AlburyCity Delegations of Authority in accordance with section 378 of the Local Government Act.
- This position requires evidence of a current Australian National Police Check.
- This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing
- This position is located at the AlburyCity Administration Building, 553 Kiewa Street, Albury with occasional visits to external sites/depots as required.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Civil Construction or relevant discipline or equivalent, relevant work experience
- Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have & maintain)
EXPERIENCE:
- Significant demonstrated experience in the management of civil construction and maintenance services
- Experience in the leadership and management of a diverse team
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Comprehensive knowledge of:
- Civil Engineering
About Company
Company
Our Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.
Our Values: These are the ways we work, with each other, with our community, and with our partners. They guide our day-to-day decisions, our culture and our direction. This is how we work together to make it happen.
- Accountability (We Own it): We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, support each other to do the same, and strive to do what's right, even when it's hard.
- Working Together (We Work Together): We support each other, share success, and know that when we work together, we go further.
- Integrity (We Do What's Right): We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are honest, transparent and fair.
- Future Focused (We Look Ahead): We think and act long term for a better future for Our People, community and environment.
Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.
It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.
Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In August 2022 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.
This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.
Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.
Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.
