Join our dedicated team at the City of Canning, as our Technical Officer – Engineering Operations and apply your technical expertise to ensure the smooth, efficient, and innovative delivery of our operational maintenance and construction programs, whilst improving and maintaining our infrastructure for our community.

About the role

We have a permanent full-time position for a Technical Officer to play a key role in supporting our Engineering Operations team through the delivery of our annual Service Plan, including scheduled maintenance and programmed construction works, ensuring a high standard of services to both internal and external customers.

This role offers security and the stability of local government employment with the satisfaction of serving our community. If you have previous experience in providing technical support for operational engineering teams and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

A snapshot of your new role:

Preparation and planning of operational maintenance and construction programs of road reserve infrastructure, including road, drainage, kerb, footpath, bridge, carpark, street lighting, and street sweeping

Process/analyse/track Service Requests (Request Manager), including liaison with Supervisors to schedule work requests and responses to customers.

Assist Service Lead Engineering Operations with the preparation and delivery of the Annual Works Program and Annual Budgets.

Assist the Engineering Operations Team with contract management, including claim assessment, contract administration, variations, assessing contract delivery against key performance indicators and contract deliverables.

Work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment, developing and maintaining a high standard of services to both internal and external customers.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum qualification – Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Construction safety card (White card), with advanced understanding of safety practices and procedures, including experience and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Current WA Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence

Ability to work both independently and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team

Well-developed written, verbal and speaking skills including the ability to liaise and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders

Knowledge and experience (minimum of five years) of road, drainage and footpath construction and maintenance

Good customer service skills

Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months validity).

Why apply for this role?

A permanent, full-time position in a Tier-1 local government

A genuine culture that encourages respect, working together and being inclusive

Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off or ability to access a 9-day fortnight

$97,630 - $103,903 per annum + super

Matched super contributions up to 4%

17.5% annual leave loading

Annual contribution to professional subscription fees (by approval)

Free onsite parking

Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events

Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support

Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes.

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply – Ready to hit the road with us?

To view the position description and complete an application, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY” (Resume & Cover letter). You may also contact David Janssens, Service Lead, Engineering Operations on 0435 551 705 for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5.00pm Thursday 25 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.