Civil Works Project Officer
Civil Works Project Officer
Temporary Full Time - until 16th April 2027
Band 5 – Starting from $80,410.06 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Make a positive impact on our community
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
About the Role
- Supervise civil rectification works for development and subdivision sites, ensuring compliance with standards, permit conditions, and traffic management plans.
- Define and prepare detailed scopes of reinstatement works on Council’s roads, footpaths, and land, ensuring clarity and alignment with Council’s specifications.
- Conduct site assessments to determine the extent of reinstatement required and identify any potential issues.
- Manage and coordinate contractors, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of the scope and requirements of reinstatement works.
- Implement quality assurance measures to monitor and verify that reinstatement works meet the defined scope and Council standards.
- Carry out proactive and reactive inspections in line with the requirements of the Council’s Road Management Plan, Local Law Permits, and other relevant legislation
What We’re Looking For
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Justin Cochrane, Team Leader Development and Civil Engineering at Justin.cochrane@yarracity.vic.gov.au
Applications close on: Sunday 22 November at 11.55pm
How to Apply
In your application, please include your Resume and a 1-page Cover Letter. In your cover letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
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