Project Officer Construction

**JOIN OUR JOURNEY TO BECOME THE BEST COUNCIL IN AUSTRALIA**

We are looking for a passionate and hardworking **Civil Construction Supervisor** to join our team at Singleton Council. In this role, you’ll make a real impact on the everyday lives of people within our community by achieving important outcomes for Singleton to grow and flourish.

**ABOUT US**

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services to our community, supporting our vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

**THE ROLE**

The Infrastructure Services and Civil Operations team is all about infrastructure in the community, delivering works projects and road maintenance activities in the most cost effective and efficient manner whilst meeting the needs and expectations of the community. The Civil Construction Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of Council’s civil construction staff and the allocation of resources for undertaking infrastructure construction works.

**ESSENTIAL CRITERIA**
- Provide timely, constructive input into decision making and problem solving of works issues
- Attend emergency callouts, including out of hours
- Ensure timely and regular updates regarding project and work status, resources, risks, staffing matters and the like, are provided to the Coordinator Civil Operations
- Maintain contemporary knowledge of information and communication technology as it relates to the efficient and effective functioning of the section
- Supervise the delivery of civil construction and maintenance works, projects and programs in accordance with approved plans and specifications, legislation, budget, resources and staffing allocations
- Ensure records are kept in accordance with Council’s policies and relevant legislation with respect to WHS, contractors, plant, timesheets and the like
- Lead, support and coach staff in undertaking the work and projects of the section
- Champion a safe and healthy workplace and fair and equitable work practices
- Solid experience in roads (sealed & unsealed) construction and maintenance practise

This position is offered on a **permanent fulltime** basis working **35** hours per week. Singleton Council is committed to flexibility which can include condensed hours, part time arrangements and working from home.

Remuneration for this position is based on **Grade 12** of the salary system which equates to a base salary between **$87,136 - $98,016 **per annum plus superannuation. This position includes the benefit of **commuter use of a fit for purpose vehicle.**

**WHY JOIN US?**

At Singleton Council, we are a dynamic, multi-skilled, diverse group of people who share the same passion — to deliver outstanding services and outcomes to our community. We value difference and the creativity it generates towards our productive workforce.

Working for Singleton Council you will join an Engaged, Safe, Sustainable and Performing workforce who, together, we exist to make a difference for our community. To make smart, sustainable decisions, and to go above and beyond so that our community continues to be loved locally and recognised nationally. If you are looking for a challenging and strategically focused career which delivers tangible results for the community all whilst working in a flexible, contemporary environment, join us on our journey to be the best council in Australia.
- **Be community-first**:You’ll create or support important community outcomes and will be fulfilled by the impact you have on everyday lives.
- **Help drive change, step by step**:You’ll help improve _what _we deliver and _how _we deliver it. You’ll challenge us to move forward, combining hard work and drive with professionalism and staying power.
- **Learn and grow**:You’ll develop your skills and reach new heights through the diversity of what we do and through a range of ongoing training opportunities.
- **Join a supportive, family-friendly organisation**:Commit to our journey to achieve the best outcomes for our community and we will support you to find the right balance between work and life.
- **Join a employer of choice organisation**:You'll be a part of an organisation** **that has** **innovative programs targeting staff wellbeing, recognition and inclusion as well as fostering a culture of collective leadership that has seen our organisation recognised as an Employer of Choice from the Human Resources Director (HRD) Australia.

**WANT TO KNOW MORE?**

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