Business Lead Project Delivery

About The City of West TorrensAs a medium sized metropolitan Council in South Australia, the City of West Torrens (CWT) offers you a chance to make a difference to the lives of residents in the community.We are large enough that we offer learning opportunities to support you in your role, and we're small enough so that you're not just 'one of a number'.With around 250 staff across various divisions, there is always something new happening and projects to be involved in.

• Fixed term, full-time - 5 year Contract
• Salary (Level 8 Officer): $128,522 to $137,155 per annum inclusive of annual leave loading plus superannuation
• Rostered day off per month
• Flexible work options
• Based in Hilton on the city fringe

T he role of the Business Lead Project Delivery is vital in providing management and leadership for the delivery of the capital works program including roads, footpaths, stormwater, road/foot bridge and traffic control devices and developing long term capital work programs. 

Key responsibilities include:

• managing, reviewing and implementing the delivery of the capital works program.
• preparing project briefs, technical specifications and tender documentation for the engagement of consultants and contractors.
• providing specialist support and expert advice to other teams within Council to contribute to the efficient management of Council's assets.
• providing effective leadership and direction to members of the Projects Delivery Team. 
• managing government grants and funding for roads including the Roads to Recovery, Special Local Roads Program.

Who you are 

If you have experience working at a senior level in construction or infrastructure project planning and have a demonstrated ability to plan and organise your own work and that of others while monitoring and reviewing progress of contracted works we want to hear from you.

We are looking for experienced candidates who have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships.

You must also have the following ess ential qualification(s):

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering/Construction Management, or related discipline
• White Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Work Zone Traffic Management Licence (or willingness to obtain)

In addition, in accordance with the requirements of this role, a "Class C" driver's licence and national police clearance will be required as part of the recruitment process. A degree or Diploma in Project Management is desirable but not essential.

Note: The CWT is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace, so if successful in gaining employment with the CWT you will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status indicating you have received your two primary doses (or three primary doses if immunocompromised) or alternately your SA Health approved vaccination exemption.

City of West Torrens' proposition, 'Beyond the Paycheque'

We are committed to providing a positive and inclusive workplace for all employ ees, ensuring all are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage and support a workplace that values individual differences, experiences and perspectives and aim to foster these to achieve organisation and individual benefit.

We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation.

We promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.

Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.

We value staff well-being and professional development and offer a range of benefits and support that help balance work and life. In addition to salary, you are supported with.

• Excellent work-life balance with a 40-hour working week and monthly rostered day off (for full time employees). 
• Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund.
• A holistic health and well-being program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
• Free access up to 3 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Study assistance.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• On-site car parking.

So are you interested?

If you can picture yourself working as the Business Lead Project Delivery for the City of West Torrens and providing a valuable service for Council, click on the position description  to find out more about this opportunity.

Enquiries to: Joe Ielasi, Manager City Assets on 8416 6225.

How do you apply?

Respond to the questions below then submit a cover letter, resume, a copy of your qualification, vaccination record, driver's licence, along with white card, work zone traffic management licence and national police clearance (if available).

Closing Date: Monday 1 July 2024 at 9:00am

Privacy Acknowledgment

Council is committed to protecting your personal information.

Council recognises your privacy is very important to you. We know providing personal information is an act of trust and we take that seriously. Council will approach the collection, storage, disclosure and use of personal information in accordance with State Records Act 1997 and Freedom of Information Act 1991.

• Yes I agree to the privacy statement * Questions

Are you eligible to work in Australia? *

• Yes, I am a permanent resident/citizen
• Yes, I have a current work permit / Visa - please attach a copy of your current work permit or Visa in the ATTACHMENTS section
• No

The CWT is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace, so if successful in gaining employment with the CWT can you provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status?

Note: Progressing your application will be subject to you providing your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application. *

• Yes
• No
• Do you have any known physical or mental conditions which may impact on your ability to undertake the duties of this position?
  
  If yes or unsure, please provide details (include details of any assistance/ adjustments that may reasonably be required so that you can perform the inherent requirements of the role): *

CWT has a duty of care to ensure that the risk of harm to customers, staff and the organisation is minimised. As a result, prospective employees are required to undergo a criminal history check through the Department of Human Services (DHS) or National Police Certificate (NPC) as indicated in the Position Description for this position. An unsatisfactory criminal history check may preclude you from employment. Answering yes to any questions may not necessarily preclude you from consideration for employment; however, should you not disclose any convictions, charges or employment related disciplinary action, you may, should your application be successful, have your employment terminated if it later comes to the attention of the employer that you have withheld relevant information.

Do you have a current Police Clearance? *

• Yes
• No, but willing to obtain
• No, not willing to obtain
• Have you ever been convicted of any criminal offence, including road traffic offences not resolved by expiation? If yes, please provide details *
• Are you currently facing criminal charges that are yet to be determined? If yes, please provide details *
• Has your employment ever been terminated by any organisation for any reason? If yes, please provide details *
• Have you been found to have committed misconduct or otherwise performed your duties unsatisfactorily in previous employment? If yes, please provide details *
• Are you currently, the subject of an investigation or any other process relating to suspected or alleged misconduct or other unsatisfactory performance by you? If yes, please provide details
  
  Note: You are not required to disclose information if that disclosure is prohibited by a State or Commonwealth law *

Do you hold (at a minimum) a Class C Driver's Licence? *

• Yes
• No

Do you have a White Card? *

• Yes
• No, but willing to obtain
• No, not willing to obtain

Do you have a current Work Zone Traffic Management licence? *

• Yes
• No, but willing to obtain
• No, not willing to obtain

Have you completed a degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management or a related discipline? *

• Yes
• No
• Currently undertaking a relevant degree
• Briefly describe your experience in leading capital works projects and/or significant projects, including any experience in preparing project briefs and tender documentation. *
• Briefly describe your experience in developing, implementing and maintaining contractor management systems. *

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