Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations / Property Fleet and Emergency Management
Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)
Salary Range: Base Salary $79,414 - $85,123 per annum + super
Location: Dalrymple Road Depot - Garbutt
Application Close: 11:45pm, Sunday 22 March 2026
This position supports the Property Fleet and Emergency Management Section as the technical expert for the contract administration of the wet, dry and transport tenders for the Townsville City Council.
This specialised position operates in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment and is the first point of contact for all internal stakeholders and external contractors/suppliers to the Property Fleet and Emergency Management Section, and with knowledge across the section, is responsible for all administrative and technical functions of the section. This includes but not limited to contractor management, contract administration, plant allocation, process improvement, system maintenance, works request, procurement, financial processing, reporting, and fleet requests/enquiries.
Qualifications And Experience
Ideally you will have:
Essential
Substantial experience working in the same or similar role. Substantial experience with plant and equipment including allocation, scheduling, and logistics. Experience in procurement including contracts management/administration and bulk invoice processing. Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite of products. Current "C" class Drivers licence.
Desirable
Knowledge of National Heavy Vehicle Legislation and Basic Fatigue Management. Highly developed problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to exercise judgment and initiative where procedures and practices are not clearly defined. Adopts a flexible mind set and recognises opportunity within change by supporting and/or leading the establishment of process improvement processes, practices and procedures. Good working knowledge with fleet maintenance and legislation. Working knowledge of council systems including ECM and CES.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We're committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Tony (Team Manager)
Contact Email: (for position enquiries only)
How To Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.
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