Stormwater Support Officer

hobartcity.com.au; Hobart; Hybrid; AUD 84.000 - 103.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hobart City Council is seeking a practical, customer-focused professional to join the Stormwater and Waterways team. The role provides technical, investigative and administrative support for stormwater systems, waterways and hydraulic engineering activities.

You will handle flood investigations, permit processing, asset data management and collaborate with community, contractors and internal teams to deliver practical stormwater solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Current Driver Licence.
• Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.

Aufgaben

• Investigating flooding, drainage and water-related enquiries and complaints.
• Processing stormwater connection applications and permits, providing technical advice and inspections.
• Maintaining asset management and GIS data, and assisting with stormwater modelling, mapping and project scoping.
• Supporting operational and maintenance programs and responding to technical enquiries from customers.
• Collaborating with community, contractors and internal teams to deliver stormwater solutions.

Kenntnisse

Hydraulic engineering

Civil drainage

Plumbing

GIS software

Hydraulic modelling

Ausbildung

Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

GIS software

Jobbeschreibung

Group and Team: Stormwater and Waterways, Stormwater Team
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $93,87 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

This role contributes to the success of the City by providing technical, investigative, customer service and administrative support for the management of stormwater systems, waterways and related hydraulic engineering activities.

Role accountabilities include:

• Investigating flooding, drainage and water-related enquiries and complaints, gathering relevant information and assessing the performance of stormwater and waterway systems.
• Processing stormwater connection applications and permits, providing technical advice and undertaking inspections to ensure works comply with approved plans.
• Maintaining accurate information in Council’s asset management and GIS systems, and assisting with stormwater modelling, mapping and project scoping.
• Supporting operational and maintenance programs and responding to technical enquiries from internal and external customers.
• Working closely with the community, contractors and internal teams to deliver practical and professional stormwater solutions.

You are a practical and customer-focused professional with experience in hydraulic engineering, civil drainage or plumbing. You can apply technical knowledge to real-world situations, undertake site inspections and investigations, and communicate technical information clearly to a range of audiences.

You will have an Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience in civil drainage or plumbing, together with a current Driver Licence. You will also have strong organisational skills, experience working with drainage assets and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience using GIS software for mapping, analysis and reporting is essential. Experience with hydraulic modelling software, pipe inspection cameras or other diagnostic technologies would be highly regarded.

The successful applicant will be required to hold or obtain Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People. The role also involves site-based activities, including inspecting roofs, climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces and traversing embankments.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• A wide range ofleave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence,and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.