- Permanent, full-time role
- Werribee location with onsite parking
- Competitive Remuneration Package commensurate with skills and experience
We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.
Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.
Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.
A bit about the role
As the Coordinator Engineering Construction, you will lead a team of 14 to ensure that contracts and construction works are effectively managed and administered to guarantee the safe, timely and high-quality delivery of infrastructure within the Wyndham Municipality.
You will bring your sound knowledge of engineering design and construction principles, contract management, project management and stakeholder engagement to provide specialist technical and engineering support to other relevant Council departments.
This role will take you out and about around Wyndham as you conduct regular site meetings with contractors and review the progress of works and as needed, promptly resolve contract and engineering design queries and issues during construction.
What you’ll deliver
- A detailed review of capital works engineering designs and tender documentation with recommendations to Project Managers
- Training, advice and support to staff on contract preparation and management
- A detailed Works Programs for capital works projects
- Ongoing review of Council's and external authorities (VPA -EDCM) construction standards and recommended changes
- Develop and maintain procedures and inspection schedules to ensure that all works comply with O.H.& S Act. regulations and codes
- Recommendations on new technologies, work methodologies and materials to implement into Council infrastructure to improve quality and/or sustainability
What you’ll bring
- A Tertiary Qualification in a relevant field
- Eligibility for Professional Engineers Registration in compliance with the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019
- A current Victorian drivers’ license
- A current WorkSafe construction induction accreditation (white card)
- Extensive experience in contracts administration and management
- Highly developed organisational and project management skills
- Well-developed and demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, problem solving and negotiation skills
- A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude
Be part of something more
Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.
Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.
So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?
What’s next?
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending us a cover letter and your resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Mario Brigandi, Manager Roads & Maintenance on 9742 0992.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM Sunday 13 October 2024.
We respect, acknowledge, value and celebrate the First Nations people, our heritage and cultural diversity. We are a proud inclusive employer; we encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities.
Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed. Wyndham has one of the largest First Nations communities in the Western Region. We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people.