About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityAn opportunity exists for a Traffic Facilities Officer to provide leadership and guidance for Council’s Traffic Facilities Unit so that the organisations objectives, programs, performance criteria, standards and procedures are achieved in the provision of engineering works and services by day labour and contract, and to ensure the effective management of assigned assets.To be successful in this role, you should possess Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Management Plan qualifications; a current Prepare Work Zone Traffic Management Plan and formal qualifications in project management or a related field are desired. You should also possess recent demonstrated experience working in the Local Government environment or road transportation/construction industry; understanding of Australian Standard and RMS standards for signage selection; physical ability to undertake driving and labouring duties; and project management skills.On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Career developmentFull time position, 38 hours per week with 9-day fortnightWeekly salary of $1,129.39 to $1,271.14 (plus 9.5% superannuation)Key accountabilities include:Operate motor vehicles and plant items in an efficient, effective and safe manner.Install and maintain signage within the Kempsey Local Government area in accordance with Australian and RMS (Transport for NSW) standards.Provide advice to the Coordinator Works on the appropriate selection and implementation of signage.Ensure plant is serviced/maintained in accordance with manufacturers requirements and Council Standards and to perform minor maintenance where required.Undertake traffic control and labouring duties as required, including but not limited to concreting, cleaning drains, pick and shovel work.For further information regarding this role please contact Dylan Reeves on 02 6566 3200.How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek. Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.Please click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume of no more than two pages which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 9 May 2021 at 4pmYou will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.NOTE: All correspondence will occur by email. Please ensure you check your emails regularly.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact our Organisational Development and Performance team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description
AUD
West Kempsey
2440
