ABOUT US

Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations.

We are a team of diverse individuals who enjoy many lifestyle benefits of working for Moira Shire Council.

Some of these benefits include:

• A family-friendly workplace that lives by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty, and Teamwork
• Access to annual flu shots.
• Annual skin checks.
• Opportunity to salary package.
• Opportunity for flexible work arrangements.
• Out of hours Social Club.
• Corporate gym membership prices,
• Access Employee Assistance Program.
• Can and soft-plastic collection.
• The ability to make a tangible difference to your community.
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary carer.
• So much more... FULL LIST HERE

Please note all benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro-rata basis. Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions.

Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place.

Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Key Responsibilities and Functions

• As directed, ensure that all construction Hold Points and Infrastructure Design Manual standards are achieved and signed off as required for Planning Permits, Subdivisions, and Developments.
• Assist in the examination and provision of comments on design submissions and specifications in relation to set standards by external consultants, contractors and developers.
• As directed, administer aspects of relevant Planning Permit Applications.
• Undertake construction site inspections to ensure Council’s specifications and standards are being met.
• Investigate customer requests and recommend appropriate action.
• Maintain standards in line with current practice, technology development, environmental considerations and community expectations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in any matter which may affect Council's ability to negotiate effectively with contractors or developers.
• Other duties as may be directed from time to time.

Although an employee may be appointed to a particular position, Council may ask for duties to be carried out in other areas that are within their range of skills, competence and training.

Key Selection Criteria

• Sound knowledge of civil engineering design and construction requirements relating to urban and rural road works, storm water drainage, traffic facilities, the Infrastructure Design Manual, and environmental requirements.
• An understanding of relevant Codes, Standards, regulations and civil construction requirements and how they are applied in this position.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to problem-solve as required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated desire to learn and further develop skills through short courses and on the job training.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Essential qualifications and experience

• Current Drivers License
• White Card or Construction Card.
• National Police Check
• Sound knowledge of engineering design and construction requirements relating to urban and rural road works, storm water drainage, traffic facilities, and the Infrastructure Design Manual.
• Ability to undertake site inspections of civil related works to ensure compliance with appropriate standards are maintained for Council Planning Permit and Development work.

• Ability to communicate well with Contractors, Developers, the Community and Council, with good written communication and record keeping skill

Desirable qualifications and experience

• An appropriate Technical and Further Education qualification in Civil Engineering or related field, or other higher qualification at a recognised tertiary institution is desirable.
• Good understanding of local government operational environment, and the demonstrated development of good working relationships with Contractors, Developers and other staff.