The Gold Coast is an outstanding global city proudly looking towards its future. We are inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity.

Here at City of Gold Coast, our commitment to a shared set of values shapes our decisions, actions and behaviours towards achieving the City Vision and our many city priorities.

We aim high – we are passionate about delivering the best for our city
We add value – we are innovative and make the most of every opportunity
We work as a team – our people are great individually, but unstoppable together
We take responsibility – we are committed to working safely, being trustworthy and owning our actions

About the Position

On offer is one fixed term contract to June 30 2023 on a 10-day fortnight.

The role is within Development Services, an internal referral team involved in the assessment of development applications and provides advice on water supply, sewerage and solid waste management. The team also supervises the construction of developer contributed water supply and sewerage assets including trunk infrastructure.

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for identifying and completing business improvement projects relevant to Development Services and ensuring compliance with the relevant legislations, the Planning Act 2016 and the South-East Queensland Water (Distribution and Retail Restructuring) Act 2009.

The successful incumbent will also be expected to assist Assessment Engineers with the review of project tenders and general project management during the delivery of trunk infrastructure projects.

Additional responsibilities for this position include:

Manage projects tasked by Executive Coordinator
Review and update of Connections Policy
Options analysis regarding solid waste management in the City
City Plan amendments relating to solid waste management provisions
Investigate and prepare business cases for business improvements
Prepare and manage checklists, guidelines and procedures for DS across all the services offered
Identify and investigate opportunities for DS to optimise services, customer experience and value for CoGC
Assist Assessment Engineers with the delivery of trunk infrastructure projects.

About You

If you possess the following qualifications or equivalent knowledge, you are encouraged to apply for this interesting and challenging position:

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Civil or Mechanical), or Project/Business Mangement or equivalent knowledge
Competency in written and verbal communication
Valid Australian Driver Licence
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Working in development assessment is challenging and requires compliance with strict legislative timeframes and assessment rules. To be effective in this position, you will need to have strong organisational skills and be able to manage changing priorities. You will also be proficient at influencing others and networking within a local government organisation.

What can the City of Gold Coast offer you?

Working for the City of Gold Coast is both challenging and rewarding. You will enjoy:

Working within a culture that promotes a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements;
A friendly and supportive team where you will be recognised and rewarded;
Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression;
Competitive remuneration plus up to 12% employer superannuation contribution and options to salary sacrifice;
To see what other benefits the City can offer check them out here: https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/council/council-jobs-222.html

The Selection Process

As part of our selection process, you may be required to undertake a one way video interview via SparkHire, and a face to face interview; you may also be required to undertake police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks and drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Australian Standards and Council's procedures.

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

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