The Hills Shire Council

Senior Capital Works Project Officer/ Capital Works Project Officer – Temporary

An opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join our Capital Works Team. In these roles you will manage the delivery phase (procurement and construction) of landscape and sports field projects as identified in the Capital Works program. You will be responsible for all aspects of project management and planning to ensure that the required project timeframes, construction quality and budgetary constraints are met.

Working with us:                                                                                                                     

At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

What this role looks like:

• Liaise with Asset Planning Staff regarding the planning and design of projects to ensure effective delivery of community needs
• Prepare quotation and tender package
• Oversee procurement processes including calling for quotation/tender submissions, requests for information (RFI’s) and engagement
• Evaluate quotation/tender submissions and make recommendations to award contracts
• Program, manage and coordinate the delivery of projects
• Coordinate and supervise contractors on site and coordinate consultants and inspections as required
• Administer contracts and control all incoming and outgoing project documentation.
• Provide regular project delivery progress reports and updates, especially with regard to financial status, completion date and stakeholder management.
• Scale and complexity of the projects you will be managing varies between the senior and non-senior roles

What we are seeking in our new team member:

1. Drivers Licence (Class C) – NSW
2. White Card - General Construction Induction
3. Degree/Diploma in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design or Landscape Construction.
4. Degree/Diploma in, Project Management or Construction Management (Desirable)

Benefits of working with us:

Salary will be based on qualifications, expertise, experience and knowledge

Senior Capital Works Project Officer salary: Stating from $114K per annum + Superannuation + Council Leaseback/Car Allowance

Capital Works Project Officer salary: Starting from $104K per annum + Superannuation + Council Leaseback/ Car Allowance

You can also earn a Performance Bonus (Up to 2% annual salary) + Organisational Bonus (up to $2K). You will also have access to Learning & Development opportunities, Active Social Club, Additional Leave, Modern Offices, Aquatic and Fitness membership discounts, onsite undercover parking and an onsite Café.

Next steps:

Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council  . In your application please outline the position you are interested in applying for and submit your application online by 5pm on 24 December 2024.  As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.

You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au.                                 

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au

Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.