Asset Inspection Officer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Asset Inspection Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Salary from $65,246.14 to $73,394.42 p.a. + super
• 9 day fortnight!
• Based at Fletcher Street Depot (Near Bondi Junction)

• Salary from $65,246.14 to $73,394.42 p.a. + super
• 9 day fortnight!
• Based at Fletcher Street Depot (Near Bondi Junction)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Asset Inspections Officer to join us here at Woollahra Municipal Council on a full time basis.

As the Asset Inspections Officer, you will be responsible for undertaking proactive maintenance inspections on all civil infrastructure assets and harbour facilities to identify locations in need of maintenance works.

Our ideal applicant will have a high attention to detail, proven ability to multi-task and will be able to work both autonomously and as part of a dynamic team to meet challenging deadlines.

Based within our Civil Operations department and reporting to the Civil Works Coordinator, your main responsibilities will include:

• Undertake proactive maintenance inspections of roads, footpaths, stairs, kerb and gutter, signs ,wharves, ramps, jetties, waterfront stairs, street furniture including railings, etc. to identify asset conditions and/or maintenance requirements to update the defect register/ maintenance system
• Porvide efficient identification and elimination of any potential hazards to help ensure public safety
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of inspections and completed works.
• Ensure prompt, accurate and courteous customer service
• Ensure that personal conduct is always ethical and consistent with EEO principles, Council’s Code of Conduct and corporate values

You will also be on the on-call roster as the contact person for Council emergencies, for one week, every four weeks.  Emergency call-outs may include attending sites, making them safe and reporting back to Council after the event.  Award rates and allowances apply to on-call work. 

Essential Criteria

• Successful completion of Certificate IV in Local Government Operational Works, Certificate III Roads or extensive relevant industry experience particularly in infrastructure asset maintenance and/or inspections
• Ability to carry out minor civil repairs to civil infrastructure as directed.
• Demonstrated competency in the use of computer software packages including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access and email software
• Proficient in the use of technology such as PDA’s, mobile data collection devices and digital cameras
• Proven ability to assess works to set standards
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral and experience in communicating with members of the public, as well as Supervisors/Managers
• Ability to work independently and also work within a team
• Current C Class driver’s licence
• Capable of working within in the physical requirements in Section D of the Position Description

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in Local Government or a similar environment
• Experience in identifying risks in harbour infrastructure.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills with contractors and auditing inspections.

How to apply

• Apply on line by clicking the link below.
• You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.
• If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
• You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
• For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
• For further information about the role, please contact Richmond Alcorn on 0421 586 772 during business hours.
• Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360.

CLOSING DATE:    Sunday, 29 July 2018

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.  

We value:

• Respect for people
• Integrity and excellent performance
• Professional, quality service
• Open, accountable communication