Road Maintenance Operations Officer
Position overview: The Road Maintenance Operations Officer will join the Civil Maintenance Team of the City of Kingston City Works Department. The role commences on 1 July 2026, with salary ranging from $81,188 to $93,494 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation. Location: Dingley Village Depot.
Responsibilities
• Supervise the team's service contracts, coordinate civil maintenance activities by contractors, and manage civil asset service contracts, proactive maintenance programs and non‐routine work to ensure civil infrastructure assets are maintained effectively.
* Assist with managing civil infrastructure maintenance related contracts to ensure Council maintains appropriate service levels within approved standards and specifications, timeframes and budget.
* Assist in managing and establishing the team's service contracts, ensuring targets are met in a timely manner and within budget allocation with guidance from the Team Leader.
* Ensure contractors are aware of and comply with all relevant policies, principles and legal requirements.
* Ensure contractors are fully informed and resourced to carry out the tasks required and that all work undertaken meets Health and Safety requirements.
Qualifications
* Thorough understanding of general municipal maintenance procedures.
* Knowledge of civil construction and maintenance.
* Demonstrated skills to supervise and report on contractor performance and provide regular feedback.
* Completion of a degree or diploma with little relevant work experience or relevant experience in Civil Construction and/or Maintenance.
Values and Fit
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values: We make a difference | We show care and respect | We take pride in our work | We are better together.
Benefits of Working at Kingston
* Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
* Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
* Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
* Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
* Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
* Salary Packaging
* Purchase leave options
* Career development opportunities
* Study/development assistance
* Discounted gym memberships
* 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
* Social club events
* Close to Public transport
* Free Onsite parking
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au.
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