We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Technical Officer - Stormwater to join our Infrastructure and Natural Assets Group. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the management of stormwater infrastructure and asset maintenance while working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigating and resolving customer issues related to stormwater, waterways, and flooding.
• Contributing to the development and management of stormwater asset maintenance plans.
• Providing technical advice to internal teams and clients.
• Liaising with stakeholders on engineering and asset management matters.
• Drafting technical reports and responding to customer inquiries.
• Supporting the team during peak workloads and assisting with budget planning.

About you

• Experienced in working with infrastructure and asset management, with a solid understanding of how things work in local government.
• Strong in communication, with excellent customer service skills, and comfortable working with a range of stakeholders.
• Tech-savvy, with the ability to use digital tools for reporting and collaboration.
• Well-organised, able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with great attention to detail.
• A team player with a proactive attitude, always looking for ways to improve processes and contribute to team success.
• A holder of a current driver’s license and a Tasmanian White Card (or the ability to obtain one).

What we offer you

• Ongoing, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
• Base salary between $75,071.65 and $86,731.41 will be offered (dependent on skills and experience) + 12% superannuation
• 19-day month

Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, 20 days annual leave per year with the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance - plus many other benefits.

Apply online

Apply via our careers page: Jobs - Clarence City Council and include a copy of your current resume, together with a 1–2-page cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

Please note, we will only accept applications submitted via the Clarence City Council Careers page. Applications submitted via SEEK will not be considered.

For a more detailed chat about the position, please call Hannah Atkins (Team Leader - Stormwater) on 6217 9723.

Position Description

Download the position description from our careers page: Jobs - Clarence City Council.

Council commitment

Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and youth while enabling their participation as valued members of our community.

We have zero tolerance to child or youth abuse and harm, and we prioritise the safety of the children and youth that we interact with in the performance of our role and report conduct of concern. For further information, please refer to our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.

Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.

Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday, 12 March 2025.