Engineer
Job No:
C66645
Location:
Normanton, QLD
- A unique opportunity in a stunning location!
- Great salary package!
- Subsidised housing!
- Six weeks annual leave!
- Relocation assistance available!
About the Carpentaria Shire Council
The Carpentaria Shire Council is committed to working hard, providing strong leadership and transparent governance for the Carpentaria community. The Council is dedicated to delivering financially sustainable services, efficient allocation of resources, as well as managing infrastructure to improve the social well being of those living in the region.
About Carpentaria Shire
Carpentaria Shire is located where the Outback meets the sea, in the south eastern region of the Gulf of Carpentaria in North Western Queensland. The Shire covers around 65,000 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 2,200. A uniquely beautiful part of the world, Carpentaria Shire encompasses countryside ranging from vast inland plains to mangrove forests, deltas and saltpans along the coastal areas of the Gulf.
The traditional country of the Gkuthaarn, Kukatj and Kurtijar people, Carpentaria Shire offers a friendly and close-knit community atmosphere, fantastic primary and secondary schools, medical services, recreational and sporting facilities and the standard infrastructure to be expected in a modern community. The region has a diverse industry base with agriculture, fishing, mining, tourism and government administration all contributing to the thriving local economy.
Carpentaria Shire encompasses the towns of Normanton and Karumba and has a friendly, laid-back lifestyle. It's a place where children are free to explore and parents are free from worry.
If you're looking for a change of pace and the opportunity to gain a unique experience that few will ever encounter, this is the location for you!
About the Opportunity
Are you looking for a unique Engineering opportunity with a progressive local government in North Queensland?
Carpentaria Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for a an Engineer to assist the Director of Engineering with the management of all functions performed by Council's Engineering Section.
Based in Normanton, your responsibilities will include the following functional areas:
- Assisting with the design, construction and maintenance of Shire roads;
- Assisting with the delivery of works programs such as National Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) and Department of Main Roads contracts;
- Overseeing the Town Planning function;
- Overseeing Council's Building and Facilities Management including coordination of capital works and maintenance programs on Council properties, including staff housing and aged pensioner housing; and
- Providing professional advice, leadership and direction to relevant engineering employees.
To be considered, you will hold a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent and have experience in the project management and supervision of civil projects (road works and drainage) in the local government sector, or similar.
Carpentaria Shire Council are looking for an effective communicator who is able to provide direction to engineering staff and contractors. Importantly, you'll also have high level problem solving and organisational skills.
You'll also have proficiency in comprehensive report writing and be able to produce logical, plain-English, professional documents.
A current C class driver's licence is required before commencing employment with Carpentaria Shire Council.
This is the perfect opportunity for you to take on a unique opportunity, relocate to a place of unparalleled beauty, and make a real difference in a friendly and accepting community!
Carpentaria Shire Council will reward your commitment with an attractive salary package, subsidised housing, relocation assistance and 6 weeks annual leave.
The successful applicant will be welcomed into a supportive and close-knit team, and will be responsible contributing to organisation success.
This is an opportunity to make your mark on an established and highly respected community organisation, using your enthusiasm and skills to have a direct and positive impact on those within the Carpentaria Shire.
Please direct any queries regarding the role to Michael Wanrooy, Director of Engineering on 07 4745 2200 or doe@carpentaria.qld.gov.au
Applications close Friday, 22 November 2019 at 5.00 pm.