Manager Engineering

2 weeks ago


Shire Of Capel, Australia Shire Of Capel Full time

Management (Engineering)Government - Local (Government & Defence) We have restructured our Infrastructure and Development team following a thorough service review and have created a new leadership opportunity for a Manager Engineering & Works.

If you have a passion for leading the delivery of quality, sustainable civil infrastructure, and engineering outcomes for communities we want to hear from youThe Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton.

We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia.

At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As our new Manager Engineering & Works you will provide professional leadership to our Engineering Services and Works teams.

You will manage the development and execution of technical strategies and plans for municipal infrastructure, including traffic management, drainage systems, public transport, road hierarchy, and path network, oversee the development and delivery of council and grant-funded capital works programs and manage subdivision processes to ensure compliance with development conditions.

You will establish and maintain optimal service delivery levels and provide technical input to support organisational decision making, enhancing technical precision and consistency in outcomes.

Your professional and consistent approach will see you build and grow our Engineering and Works teams and foster a collaborative approach towards achieving organisational objectives.

Your flexible communication style will ensure you build productive relationships with staff and stakeholders for the benefit of the community.


The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy: Flexibility and support Investment in you and your career An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety Full time, 19-day work month Base annual salary circa $118,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications Restricted private use of a Shire vehicle Annual leave loading of 17.5%Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Manager Engineering & Works PDF (355 KB).

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We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate: Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork Proven leadership and managerial expertise Experience and/or qualifications in Civil Engineering or related field Demonstrated experience in the management of civil infrastructure construction projects and maintenance programs Understanding of civil design and/or construction Knowledge of asset management in a local government context Thorough understanding Workplace Health and Safety legislation and practices Excellent oral and written communication skills including report writing Familiarity with relevant Australian Standards, MRWA standards, Traffic Management.

Qualifications in project management and experience in strategic infrastructure planning, road network management, and the use of design tools (eg.
Auto CAD/Microstation, GIS and asset management software will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Tanya Gillett, Director Infrastructure & Development or Organisational Development on
9.00am on Monday 27 May 2024.
We will review applications as they are received and may commence interviewing prior to the application close date.
We reserve the right to close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.
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