Supervisor Capital Works

2 days ago

Colac, Australia Colac Otway Shire Council Full time

We are seeking a suitably qualified individual to join our Services and Operations team as Supervisor Capital Works in a Permanent Full-Time capacity.

Located within two hours south-west of Melbourne, Colac Otway is renowned for its magnificent southern coastline, the Otway rainforests and the northern lakes and offers an attractive lifestyle with diverse employment opportunities. Backed by a thriving economy in primary industries, tourism, commercial and community services this is an exceptional career opportunity.

This position is based in Colac.

As the Supervisor Capital Works you will ensure that Council:

  • Responds to customer service requests in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Complies with approved works programs in line with budget responsibilities.
  • Provides a safe work environment for all team members.
  • Provides clear direction for team members and coordinates the daily task across the nominated work sites including all resources, advising plant, materials and personnel requirements to minimise delays and maximise organisational and customer efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting in the coordination of resources including plant, labour, contracted works and materials required to minimise delays and maximise organisational and customer efficiency in completing works program.
  • Coordinating the day-to-day team management activities in particular focus on business objectives and customer needs.
  • Assisting in the verification of appropriate plant, contractor and materials supplied by clients.
  • The day-to-day supervision of contractors to ensure Colac Otway Shire procedures and policies are adhered to.
  • Assisting Team Leaders in preparation quotations and works costings.
  • Assisting with works planning in conjunction with other team members and Team Leaders when required.
  • Being responsible for nominated works crew accurate completion of timesheets and plant log sheets.
  • Providing clear direction, leadership and accountability to works teams including contractors in accordance with Councils OH&S policies and Safe Work Method Statements to all nominated work sites.
  • Promoting a team culture with an optimistic and positive approach to service delivery and problem solving.
  • Providing and maintain a safe workplace for employees under your supervision.
  • Providing courteous and prompt attention to external and internal customer requests.

About You:

To support your success in this role you will have:

  • Experience in the supervision of Civil Engineering projects including road construction and maintenance.
  • Experience in setting priorities, planning workloads, and meeting deadlines within allocated resources available.
  • Ability to adapt to increased responsibility and respond positively to changing work practices.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team to achieve set targets and goals within budget constraints.
  • Demonstrated experience in Project Management – ensuring accurate record keeping and monitoring of budgets.
  • Demonstrated ability of the use of electronic computer systems and willingness to learn new systems.
  • Ability to effectively lead, motivate and support work teams.
  • A current manual driver's licence is essential.

For further information regarding the duties and requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.

Salary information: $74,285.74 to $84,259.80 per annum plus superannuation including industry allowance.

For further information and how to apply:

    1. Download and review the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria.
    2. Information to be included with your application:
      • Letter of application 
      • Current resume
      • Key Selection Criteria Responses
    3. Submit your application

Anne Howard

Chief Executive Officer

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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About Colac Otway Shire

Our shire offers a rewarding lifestyle change and is one of the most picturesque municipalities in Victoria, covering a diverse area from volcanic lakes, craters and plains in the north, through the hinterland forests of the Otway Ranges to the Great Ocean Road coastline. Colac is the key industrial, commercial and service centre for the shire and surrounding region with a population of 12,000. Apollo Bay is the other major urban centre with a permanent population of 1,000 that swells to over 15,000 during the summer season. If you’re interested in working alongside the Colac Otway community, engaging in local projects and helping to make Colac Otway Shire the great place it is, work with us

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