Technical Officer

**About the role**

As Technical Officer (Stormwater Quality Assets), you will be part of the Works Engineering team and assist in ensuring the maintenance of Council’s Stormwater Quality Assets are carried out appropriately and to standard. Your main focus will be on auditing, coordinating and implementing maintenance of stormwater quality assets as well as assisting in the review of designs of stormwater quality treatment devices.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Audit the work being undertaken for stormwater quality maintenance across the city
- Assist in the preparation of working plans and maps for all stormwater quality asset areas to be maintained
- Requisition equipment and materials as required
- Assist in the preparation of preliminary and or detailed concepts, technical specifications, and maintenance cost estimates in relation to stormwater quality treatment devices
- Manage internal and external stakeholder’s expectations while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:
- Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience in Natural Resource Management, Environment Management, Hydrology Management, Civil Engineering or similar
- Current Queensland C Class Queensland driver’s licence
- Experience in dealing with stormwater quality assets
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple tasks
- Belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

A pre-employment medical is required for this position.

**About the benefits**

This is a fixed term position until 30 June 2025, with a salary commencing at $97,827 (pro rata) plus 12.5% superannuation.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join Us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 15 January 2025

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.