- Full-time position, fixed term until October 2028
- Hybrid work options
- Great employee benefits
- $113,526.86 - $127,181.94 per annum plus superannuation (dependent on experience)
- Based in Cheltenham and will work throughout the municipality
The role will work alongside the drainage strategy team and support engineering teams in the Infrastructure Department and in support of other operational and planning departments across the organisation.
About This Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated, talented self-starter to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to deliver a key uplift in organisational capability and position the City of Kingston as a leader in management of water resources.
What you’ll deliver
- Undertake regular inspections, arrange audits, and implement prioritised improvement programs, including cost estimates to inform annual maintenance and renewal budgets.
- Embed the operational phase of new Integrated Water Management (IWM) infrastructure into Council’s asset management and operational frameworks.
- Establish and maintain effective operational procedures, management systems and documentation for Council’s IWM assets.
- Undertake site inspections for private WSUD assets and on-site detention storage (OSD) systems, of a representative sample of development types (where access is practical) to assess and report on the extent of construction and maintenance compliance with planning permit conditions.
- Provide input into the implementation of the Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) to ensure that maintenance considerations are fit for purpose.
- Stormwater management and maintaining stormwater harvesting systems.
- A tertiary qualification in environmental science, civil engineering, or a closely related discipline with several years relevant experience in the public or private sector or a lesser qualification with extensive experience in the public or private sector
- Can work autonomously and take ownership of tasks and projects from inception to completion
- Excellent ability in stakeholder communication
We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
How to Apply
To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.
All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
Enquiries
For any enquiries about the position, please contact, Jeanne Rossouw, Team Leader Engineering Design - Infrastructure at Jeanne.Rossouw@kingston.vic.gov.au.
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why Work for Kingston?
At Kingston Council, We Believe In Fostering An Inclusive Workplace Where Everyone Feels Valued. We Support Diversity And Encourage Applications From Persons Of All Backgrounds. Here Are Some Reasons Why You Might Love Working With Us
- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
- Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
- Close to Public transport
- Free Onsite parking
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
