Technical Officer

**Technical Officer - Fleet**:

- Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team contributing to community service excellence.
- Oversee fleet maintenance and compliance, ensuring top-tier service delivery.
- Engage with stakeholders to promote safety, quality, and continual improvement.
- Enhance your career with opportunities for professional growth and development.

**About Sutherland Shire Council**:
Sutherland Shire Council is committed to fostering a vibrant and sustainable community. Our mission is to provide exceptional services and infrastructure that support a healthy environment and an active lifestyle. We value civic leadership and aim to empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in our community.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and initiatives that align with our Community Strategic Plan. We believe in inclusivity and diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

**Position Overview**:
The Technical Officer - Fleet plays a pivotal role within the Facilities and Fleet team, which is responsible for managing essential services related to fleet maintenance, procurement, and operational support. Reporting to the Coordinator Fleet, you will oversee fleet maintenance activities, ensure compliance with legislative standards, and provide technical expertise to stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include managing request management systems, scheduling work, monitoring outputs, and promoting a safe working environment.

In this role, you will also support the Fleet Coordinator during their absence, ensuring continuity of service and adherence to Council policies and safety legislation. Your ability to foster relationships with operational stakeholders and external vendors will be key to your success.
- Trade Certificate (Cert 3) in a trade-related field (e.g., Automotive, Mechanical).
- Current Driver's Licence and Construction Industry Certificate (White Card).
- Supervisory experience in fleet maintenance services and contract management.
- Proficient in relevant Codes, Standards, and Legislation (i.e. HVNL)
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budget monitoring and control.
- Competent in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and MS Projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-centric approach.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and council policies.

Desirable qualifications include a Cert IV and/or Diploma in Automotive, Mechanical, Engineering, Project Management, and/or Management. Familiarity with programs such as Once Council will be advantageous.

Join our Team and Grow with Us
- **Interview date**:Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing
- **Package**:From**$85,562 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
- **Hours of work**:Permanent full time 38 hours per week 9 day fortnight
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

**About Us**:
If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
- At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community - we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.