The Burdekin is located just 70km south of Townsville, where unspoilt natural beauty meets a thriving rural community right on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef. Famous for its abundant sunshine and rich agriculture, the shire’s most important asset is water. The Burdekin River combined with a massive underground aquifer and the Burdekin Falls Dam make the district drought resistant.

Council is seeking applications for a Technical Officer to assist in the provision of design, drafting, infrastructure asset management and technical services. This is a full-time position based on a 72.50 hour fortnight with a Rostered Day Off and 5 weeks Annual Leave.

The Position

The key responsibilities include:

• Under general direction, undertake surveys, design, drafting, estimating, and compilation of specifications, job supervision, contract administration and costing analysis.
• Undertake projects including investigation, design, cost estimation, specification preparation, tender assessment and project implementation, as constructed recording and asset and maintenance management.
• Participating in the operation of and maintenance of the Council’s two-way and flood reporting radio systems.
• Assist with annual budget requirements within the Department area as well as providing cost estimates for use of other Departments in preparation of their budgets.
• Check design and as constructed plans.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 6 ($95,946pa) with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07)4783 9800 or you can download the package using the link below.

Applications for 21/04 – Technical Officer - Civil should include:

• A cover letter.
• A current resume.
• Statements addressing the selection criteria.
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences.

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods (Word or PDF format is preferable):

• Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 21/04, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Monday, 8 February 2021 at 5.00pm.

For further information please contact Glen Stockdale – Design Office Coordinator on (07) 4783 9800.