• Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.
• Exciting role to join our team in a diverse Council.
• Permanent full-time role with competitive salary.

About the role

This position plays a vital role in the City’s success by offering technical and project management assistance to the Program Leader of Stormwater Assets. It involves overseeing the city’s stormwater assets, capital works, and maintenance programs.

Role accountabilities include:

• Collaborate with the assets team to create long-term capital works programs for stormwater and urban waterway infrastructure.
• Assist the Program Leader of Stormwater Assets in maintaining the City of Hobart’s stormwater assets, including the pit and pipe network.
• Develop and oversee asset maintenance programs, focusing on water-sensitive urban design and water quality improvement assets.
• Manage consultants and contractors effectively.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Stormwater Systems Project Manager Position Description

About you

The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, mechanical, or environmental) or a related field, or have equivalent project management experience in the civil or plumbing sectors.

Do you possess a positive attitude and enjoy working in a collaborative team setting? If you excel in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about engineering and stormwater systems, and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Jacob Ziesel, Program Leader Stormwater Assets, on 03 6238 2532 or email [email protected]

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Tuesday 18 March 2025.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.