Infrastructure Maintenance Officer

Infrastructure Maintenance Officer Whitehorse City Council Salary $69k to $73k per annum + Allowances + 12% Superannuation Full Time 9 day fortnight rostered day off Transformation Pillars Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery Great Organisational Culture Innovation and Continuous Improvement Good Governance and Integrity Long Term Financial Sustainability The role The role involves performing a range of maintenance works including asphalting, stormwater drainage maintenance, installation and repair of signage and roadside furniture. You will carry out regular inspections of Council’s road network and undertake various maintenance activities in accordance with Council’s Road Management Plan as well as working in accordance with the OHS Act and Council’s OHS Policies to provide a safe working environment. About you Hands on experience in maintenance works and ideally experience in asphalting, drain cleaning, minor concrete construction Good verbal and written communication skills. An ability to deal with all parties including the general public in a courteous manner and to resolve minor problems with residents, traders and contractors. An ability to work as part of team and support team objectives. A flexible approach and ability to respond to changing work methods, equipment and procedures. A Victorian driver’s licence with medium rigid truck endorsement In return, we will offer The ability to make a difference – Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you really will see how the work you’re involved in benefits the diverse community. Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance. An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges). Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience. Transformation – We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement. Reward & Recognition – extensive reward and recognition program, corporate learning offerings, study assistance and comprehensive leadership development programs. Further Information Further information is available from Arthur Makris on . To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and one page statement addressing the selection criteria and what you would bring to the role by 18 December 2025. About Us Whitehorse City Council is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all. Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. We recognise our responsibilities to keep children and young people safe from harm and have established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments. The City of Whitehorse, located 15 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, is a culturally diverse community of almost 177,000 people. Whitehorse includes the suburbs of Box Hill, Burwood, Nunawading, Blackburn, Mitcham, Forest Hill and Vermont and is characterised by quiet tree‑lined residential streets, an abundance of parks, gardens and natural bushland reserves, bustling shopping centres and a diverse range of arts, cultural, sports and leisure facilities. Whitehorse City Council provides more than 100 services and facilities across a range of areas within our community services, city development, infrastructure, corporate services and transformation directorates. Whitehorse is one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan councils with a workforce of approximately 1300 employees and aspires to foster an inclusive, vibrant, prosperous and sustainable community. Our employees help us achieve these goals At Whitehorse, employee health, wellbeing and development are paramount, and we aim for everyone to become the best they can be in the workplace. Benefits of working with us include: A welcoming and supportive working environment Great opportunities for training and to build a long‑term career within Whitehorse or the local government sector. Extensive employee health and wellbeing programs including flexible working arrangements Salary sacrifice options for gym / swim memberships, childcare and superannuation; and access to novated vehicle leases. Competitive terms and conditions of employment Ample onsite parking at most facilities with ready access to public transport #J-18808-Ljbffr