Status: Permanent, Full Time (1.0FTE).

Salary range: $87,465.25 - $93,043.71 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

Job Description

Opportunity: The City of Albany’s Engineering Team is looking for an experienced and motivated individual to take up the role of Technical Officer Building.

Reporting to the Building Infrastructure Officer, this role will see you responsible for assisting in the maintenance and capital project delivery for building infrastructure.

The key skill required being sought for this role include;

Maintenance scheduling
Scoping, costing and delivering capital works
Project management
Condition assessment of buildings and built structures
Strong communication and negotiating skills

Desired Skills and Experience

About You: You are a skilled communicator with a proven track record in engaging and negotiating with contractors. The ideal candidate will be service-oriented with a keen eye for detail. You will excel in problem-solving and prioritising multiple tasks.

The successful applicant will have some experience in preparing and costing works. Relevant qualifications or experience in project management, building management, construction or contract management is desirable.

If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic about contributing to the City of Albany, we encourage you to apply.

About Us: The City of Albany is one of Western Australia’s most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding. As an employee of the City, you can help us to reach our full potential. We employ around 450 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the Community of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed.

What We Offer: The City offers some great benefits including flexibility in when and where you work to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

Superannuation co-contributions of up to $4,500 per financial year
Professional development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance
Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 weeks’ annual leave per year
Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Discounted ALAC Memberships
Festive leave days
Volunteering support
Generous study assistance
Employee recognition program
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Novated Leasing (where applicable)

Interested? For the full job information and selection criteria please review the below documents before applying.

Position Description
Conditions and Selection Criteria
Advice to applicants

To be eligible for an interview, applicants must submit a separate document that clearly covers the selection criteria outlined in the Conditions and Selection Criteria Document.

If you are having any difficulties or for further assistance with the process please contact People and Culture at peopleandculture@albany.wa.gov.au or on 6820 3110.

Role related queries should be directed to Brianna Aris, Team Leader – Asset Management at brianna.aris@albany.wa.gov.au or on 6820 3977.

Deadline: Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 22 October 2024.

The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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