Tamworth Regional Council

Operations Engineer (Southern)

Operations Engineer (southern)

Location: Tamworth, NSW

THE OPPORTUNITY

•  Provide technical support in road and drainage infrastructure and standards such as Austroads
•  Provide asset management services on behalf of the community
•  Commitment to undertake continuous learning to ensure industry standards are maintained

 COULD THIS BE YOU?

To be successful in this role you will bring your existing engineering skills and experience to our team, and work with a team of experienced professionals to provide their community with a high quality road network. The role will provide opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience in broad range of engineering works.

You will have tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related field, with proven experience in project planning and management, engineering design and environmental engineering.

The Operations Engineer is responsible for:

The planning and delivery of civil works, including sealed road reconstruction, stormwater drainage works and bridge repairs. This will require you to be dynamic and responsive, helping the team respond to natural disasters or other emergencies as they impact our road network. Other responsibilities include:

• Management and financial control of various projects undertaken by the Division
• Contract preparation and management
• Assisting with the Division’s strategic planning, budget review and monitoring, estimating and programming of capital works
• Provide technical support for Supervisors and other Technical staff

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications acceptable for membership to the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
• OH&S Construction Induction Card
• Driver Licence
• Previous experience in a similar role with 2 - 5 years practical experience

INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

For a confidential discussion, please contact Murray Russell, Manager - Transport Operations on 0447 252 177.

Salary range: Grade 19 - $108, 750.58 - $117, 673.11 per annum plus superannuation, plus civil liability allowance and leaseback vehicle for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Wednesday, 12th February 2025

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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!

Flexible Work Arrangements: your work/life balance is important to us. Approved by mutual agreement according to operational requirements (examples include condensed hours, job share, 19 day months, 9 day fortnights, time in lieu as approved)

Attractive Leave Options

• Long service leave after five (5) years
• Nine weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 18 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
• Three weeks sick leave annually
• Health & Wellbeing leave, Carer’s leave, Domestic Violence leave
• Leave (1 day) for NAIDOC week celebrations for those who identify

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city.

At Council we have the honour of leaving a legacy on our community. We create and enhance world class facilities and events. We develop Tamworth’s economy through investment and infrastructure. We ensure our city is sustainable for future growth and success.

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit.

Council is a giant pathway for forging your career and we prioritise growing our own talent, through training and professional development. Our Educational Assistance Program provides opportunities to pursue study in a higher-level role or related qualification/field.

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.

• Breast feeding friendly workplace
• Ideal location with easy access to cycle or walk to work
• QANTAS Club discounts
• Free entry to Council’s pools
• Health & Wellbeing programs
• Social Club
• Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your immediate family
• Corporate rate gym membership (participating gyms)
• Uniforms subsidised
• Novated leases available to all staff

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community. 

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is committed to acting in the best interest for our staff, their families and the community at large. As such, Council requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status if you’re invited for an interview. You may also be required to undergo Rapid Antigen Testing as required. TRC is also committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.