Senior Civil Engineer
Overview:
The Senior Civil Engineer is part of the Infrastructure Services Department which is responsible for determining Council's capital works program, asset management strategy and execution, waste management strategy, determining and leading the emergency management plan, together with undertaking various projects which arise from time to time. The Department is also responsible for undertaking specific projects and initiatives which support land use planning and the growth and diversification of the economic base. This Department has a close working relationship with all Departments as much of its work requires input or creates outputs for others. The Senior Civil Engineer works closely with and provides technical oversight and support to other Officers in the Engineering Team in delivering engineering solutions which best serve Council and the community.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Undertake assessment of engineering documentation submitted for development applications and prepare engineering referrals and advice within required timeframes.
* Prepare designs, drawings and specifications relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of Council infrastructure (including roads, footpaths, bridges and stormwater drainage) which is directed by Council's Asset Management Strategy.
* Assess applications for new property accesses and works within road reserves, including liaison with property owners, contractors and other stakeholders. Undertake associated site inspections.
* Undertake inspection of construction works and document information as required by Council processes.
* Assess applications for occupancy of road reserves including preparation of assessment reports.
* Assist others with procurement processes including preparation of specifications, evaluations and reporting to ensure compliance with Council policy and procedure.
* Carry out routine and emergency asset infrasture inspections and prepare reports on asset condition.
* Prepare project plans for maintenance or construction works which involves: costings, timeframes, human resources, plant, equipment and materials, milestone reporting, relevant policy and procedure suite for both operations, safety and emergency, diversion or alternate infrastructure plans, consultation and similar.
* Undertake project tasks as assigned in project plans or as directed, and in accordance with relevant Council policy; this may include taking responsibility for contractors or staff directly appointed during the life of the project.
* Investigate problems with existing infrastructure assets and determine any matters for rectification and make recommendations of integration into capital works planning, minor works or emergency work.
* Assist to update Council's asset management register and GIS with data relevant to assets which will assist and inform decision making and future planning.
* Assist with the preparation of information for reports for Council meeting or workshop agenda items with respect to requests from the Team Leader Engineering or Director which may arise from time to time.
* Attend and provide technical advice and information as requested to Council and Community committees as they relate to this role.
Qualifications/Experience Needed:
* A bachelor degree in civil engineering; or an equivalent combination of training, skills and experience.
* A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience.
* Understanding of local government infrastructure assets and technical standards for assets.
* Knowledge of work health and safety and how it relates to construction and civil works, particularly when authorising contractors to carry out work.
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills in order to relate to customer enquiries.
* Ability to undertake stakeholder negotiation on infrastructure asset standards with consultants contractors, developers and members of the public.
* High level computer skills for administration and infrastructure design.
* Current vehicle driver's licence and commitment to maintaining this.
Mark Waters
Senior Recruitment Consultant
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