Senior Roadworks Inspector — Quality & Safety

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Queensland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Main Roads in Bundaberg invites applications for a Senior Inspector (Roadworks). You will inspect routine and programmed roadworks contracts, manage audits, oversee line marking, and report on contractor performance to ensure safety, quality and compliance across projects in the Wide Bay Burnett region.

You will mentor staff, undertake risk assessments, liaise with authorities and communities, and provide operational support during incidents and disasters.

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualification: A 'C' class driver's licence.
• Desirable: experience in roads infrastructure, bridges and large drainage structures would be highly regarded.
• Certificates listed above would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the delivery of contracts including quality, environment, safety, traffic management and contractor performance.
• Conduct and/or manage audits of contractor works, processes and quality records to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Inspect line marking and ensure compliance with standards, procedures and designs.
• Maintain detailed records and reports suitable for legal environments.
• Guide, mentor, coach and train staff in roadworks, contract administration and risk management.
• Carry out needs surveys to identify infrastructure maintenance requirements and remedial priorities.
• Use project management techniques and quality assurance systems, including risk management and surveillance plans.
• Investigate complaints from the public regarding road network operations and liaise with community and authorities.
• Inspect and report on third party network activities such as Public Utility Plant and developer works.
• Provide advice on road construction and maintenance practices and standards.
• Provide on-ground support during critical incidents and disaster situations.

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction and Maintenance

Certificate IV in Civil Construction

Certificate IV in Project Management Practice

Certificate IV in Workplace Health & Safety

Job description

The Department of Transport and Main Roads in Bundaberg invites applications for a Senior Inspector (Roadworks). You will inspect routine and programmed roadworks contracts, manage audits, oversee line marking, and report on contractor performance to ensure safety, quality and compliance across projects in the Wide Bay Burnett region.

You will mentor staff, undertake risk assessments, liaise with authorities and communities, and provide operational support during incidents and disasters.