• Transportation Planners

  Brisbane

  Benefits include: • $61.77 p/h plus super • Full time hrs, 6 month contract • Work-life balance • Busy council with a dynamic team Opportunity: I am working with a Local Council located in the South side of Brisbane. We are looking for 2 x experienced Transportation  Planners/ Engineers for some urgent project work.  The purpose of the role is to perform duties and provide advice associated with Council's transportation planning functions to ensure sound forward planning of future transportation network and infrastructure needs.  Duties will include but not limited to: Provide primary input regarding transport planning to development of the integrated transportation network vision and plan. Assist the Transport and Infrastructure Planning Program Leader to implement, monitor and periodically update Council’s Integrated Local Transport Plan. Provide transport planning input to Council's planning documents including Planning Scheme, Policies, Priority Infrastructure Plan, Plan for Trunk Road infrastructure and Schedule of Works Assist Strategy and Planning Branch to implement, review and update Infrastructure Charging Regime Review and implement Multi Criteria Analysis to identify candidate projects for delivery of mid and long term Capital Major Roads Programs Facilitate the betterment of public transport in the City through maintenance of information databases about public transport infrastructure and services in the City and analysing the impact of these changes and providing recommendations to the Team lead. Identify deficiencies in the local road network plan and parking provisions in the City and provide recommendations for improvements to the Transport and Infrastructure Planning Program Leader Assist the Transport and Infrastructure Planning Program Leader monitor and update Council’s Bicycle Strategy.  Requirements include: Demonstrated skills in driving the development of policies/ strategies, program plans and operating procedures, facilitating their implementation and providing specialist technical input on a semi-autonomous basis.  Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills  Demonstrated high level of knowledge and previous experience in the following: • Integrated transport planning • Statutory requirements, current practices and developments in transportation planning • Active transport planning and design • Development assessment with a specific focus on access and movement strategies  Degree in Civil Engineering, transport planning or equivalent to promote fair and equitable access and movement options for sustaining growth, transport integration and transport infrastructure planning Demonstrated high-level skills in project management, research and analytical processes, consultation, negotiation in a statutory and political environment. ArcGIS capability is essential.  Transport modelling (Macro, Meso, Micro) experience is also desirable. Contact me for a confidential chat about this or other opportunities in Local Government. Lucia Schefermann Public Sector People 0402930570 lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Health and Safety Specialist

  Brisbane

  Public Sector People are working with a utilities provider based in The Valley, who are seeking a H&S Specialist on a 4 month contract.   The purpose of the role is to enrich Quality of Life through excellence in water and sewerage services by providing specialist thought leadership and effective health and safety business partnering. This is a contract role paying up $55-65 per hour plus super. Location Fortitude Valley. Start 1st March. Responsibilities: Identify, develop, and facilitate the implementation of health and safety improvement strategies that support the operationalisation of the corporate H&S Strategy and best practice H&S, and operationalize emerging safety trends.  With a customer focused mindset, build, maintain and continually strengthen strong relationships with business leaders and front line employees. Partner with business leaders to proactively identify future areas of risk, injury, drift and provide regular insights to all levels of the business through trend analysis, interactions, observations, audits and inspections; and identify and recommend systemic improvements arising from the insights. Evaluate the effectiveness of current control measures and future control measures. Train, coach and mentor leaders and team members to interpret, apply and identify systemic improvements in the Safety Management System.  Facilitate, champion and continually refine the learning processes (i.e. learning teams, appreciative safety investigations, work insights) that seek to narrow the gap between ‘work as imagined’ and ‘the work as done’ Support the local safety practices of front line teams and participate in safety in design, risk assessment or hazard identification workshops as required.  Provide thought leadership on emerging trends in health and safety, and role model practical application of theory Required Knowledge / Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Health & Safety or relevant experience 8-10+ years of demonstrated work experience as a safety professional in construction, heavy industry or mining environments Sound knowledge of and experience with best practice WHS practices; Ability to develop strong, productive partnerships and engage key stakeholders Experience in developing and delivering coaching and development activities Apply for this role using the relevant links, using an updated copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion regarding this position and other planning opportunities within QLD, please don't hesitate to get in touch, Lucia Schefermann | lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Senior Communications Advisor

  Gold Coast

  About the role  Based in Tallabudgera, this position is offered on a 9-month contract, with full time hours. Possible 12 month extension to follow.  The purpose of the role is to provide strategic internal and external communication services on community engagement, public affairs, correspondence, media relations, issues management, and stakeholder relationship management across a variety of regional infrastructure projects. You will represent the interests of the department and its stakeholders in all forums. You will also provide high level media, communication and strategic advice to the Executives on a range of communication activities. Duties include, but not limited to Lead community and stakeholder engagement activities for road infrastructure projects in the region, including providing project managers with ongoing strategic communications advice, and developing and implementing communication strategies. Lead the implementation of community engagement, community relations and correspondence programs by supporting the delivery of consistent and effective communication and stakeholder management across the region to internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with the project team and communication and correspondence staff to identify communication issues and develop and implement proactive measures for issues management and communication activities. Play a key role in major and/or sensitive matters such as: planning studies (particularly integrated planning studies) and construction and operational impacts (for example, traffic management) of the project, by developing and implementing risk analyses, issues management and communication strategies. Provide strategic advice and expertise to management and communication teams and other project staff on risk assessment, issues management, communication strategies within the department, executive correspondence Review and comment on communication and media material, consultation plans, stakeholder/engagement plans and other material and obtain relevant departmental approvals prior to implementation. Review and monitor compliance with all communication, media and stakeholder contractual requirements under the project documents and provide relevant advice to project team. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the works program and major project activities and proactively identify trends and risks in communication issues that may affect the project. About you; A degree in communications, public relations, journalism or marketing would be highly desirable. Experience in major project environments and social media competency, will also be highly regarded. IAP2 or equivalent training in community engagement. Construction White Card (can be obtained) If this sounds like you hit apply!  If you wish to get in touch to discuss this or any other Public Sector opportunities in Queensland. then please contact Lucia Schefermann on 038 535 3111 or Lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au.

• Building Certifier

  Regional QLD

  Public Sector People are working with a Local Council in Regional QLD, who are seeking a Building Certifier on a permanent basis. This Council is less than a 3 hour driver from Brisbane CBD, or the Coast.  The purpose of the role is to provide a service to builders and customers to ensure a high level of service is provided throughout the region. This role is responsible for the assessment of building works and administration of the relevant building regulations, legislation, standards and Codes for the Region.  This is a Permanent role paying up to $93,000 plus super. Relocation costs of up to $5000 offered.     Responsibilities: Undertaking the role of a Building Certifier as prescribed under the Building Act 1975 ensuring compliance with all relevant Acts, Codes and Regulations Undertaking telephone and counter enquiries, utilisation of Council’s customer request system and the preparation of correspondence associated with Building approvals and agenda items Carrying out necessary inspections and searches on transfer of properties Undertaking pool safety inspections Efficient assessment and preparation of reports on applications for boundary relaxations and bond assessments. The assessment of building applications, including preparation of reports and correspondence, and undertaking all necessary inspections Required Knowledge / Qualifications: Relevant Diploma of Building Inspection/Diploma of Building Surveying or Advanced Diploma of Building Inspection/Advanced Diploma in Building Surveying or Bachelor of Building Surveying or a course of study which qualifies for accreditation as a Building Certifier at Level 1 or 2. A current OH&S Construction Safety Induction White Card The relevant qualifications and Licence in Building Certification (Council will reimburse specialist and or professional licences that are a Council imposed requirement of the position description) A Swimming Pool Safety Inspector Licence issued by the Pool Safety Council A current Class C Drivers Licence Apply for this role using the relevant links, using an updated copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion regarding this position and other planning opportunities within QLD, please don't hesitate to get in touch, Lucia Schefermann | lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Civil Designer

  Brisbane

  About the role: This role is responsible for preparing documentation and detailed civil engineering based designs for projects that incorporate a range of elements that form the built environment and are consistent with Council’s strategic outcomes of quality urban design and placemaking.  This will be an initial 4 month contract, based in Strathpine.   Key responsibilities include:  Prepare complex integrated civil engineering based designs consistent with council’s strategic outcomes and policies of developing quality places around the needs of people drawing from contemporary best practice and standards. Apply advanced technical design knowledge to the development of innovative solution based outcomes that integrate transport, water sensitive design, streetscaping and urban design outcomes within the public realm and which interface with private spaces. Prepare accurate estimates of costs and project documentation using schedules of rates, bills of quantities and by applying experience and knowledge of identified issues that may impact on cost estimates.  Assist in the processing of inquiries from both internal and external customers. Undertake site inspections associated with design responsibilities. Key skills required:  Tertiary qualification in Civil/Structural design or Surveying Construction Induction Card competency that has been used or obtained within the past 2 years. Demonstrated relevant experience in a similar role or a role requiring a similar skill set. High level of proficiency in the preparation of civil engineering design plans and highly skilled in integrated transport design using computer aided design methods with advanced skills in 12D model software. Demonstrated ability to accurately measure quantities for the preparation of cost estimates as well as interpret client needs through written documentation (design briefs) and verbal communication. Demonstrated ability to read survey plans and interpret survey field data. If you meet the above criteria and are looking for your next contract opportunity please apply via the appropriate link with a CV attached. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity please contact Lucia Schefermann | lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Principal Lead Civil, Open Space & Irrigation Engineering

  Regional QLD

  Benefits include: • $150-165, 000+ super • 3 year full time contract • Work-life balance • Variety of interesting infrastructure projects Opportunity: I am working in partnership with a Local Council located in the beautiful tropical North Queensland. We are looking for experienced Principal Lead to lead a diverse and experienced team across Civil, Open Space, irrigation Engineering, Design and Planning.  The purpose of the Principal Lead will provide expert technical advice and direction on the condition, performance, risk, lifecycle cost and remaining lives of various infrastructure assets, including development of the annual and ten year capital works plan based on the condition, performance, risk, lifecycle cost and remaining lives of various infrastructure assets, in order to achieve sustainability in business performance. Duties will include but not limited to: Ensure that the Asset Management Section delivers on co-design of services with the community, a whole-of-Council approach to integrating service delivery, and an innovative view of Council’s long-term opportunities. Management of individual team members including development of performance plans, supervising and mentoring of professionals Lead and coordinate the outcomes of planning investigations to prepare project justifications reports, preliminary cost estimates and work programs for inclusion in the 10 year capital works plan and coordination of design delivery. Manage with team members the engineering advice for the infrastructure and operations division and provide engineering advice to other teams such as Operations. Lead the development and maintenance of system plan and technical standards documentation. Develop and maintain of civil, open space, and irrigation systems to enable staff to utilise for long term and operational scenario planning, including management of consultants and contractors. Requirements include: Territory Degree (Bachelor of Engineering or Science equivalent) and eligibility for corporate membership of Engineers Australia. RPEQ Certification, or ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment (Highly Desirable) Current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence At least 10 years’ experience in the Civil Engineering Industry or equivalent work experience in a technical field. Experience in understand and interpret technical documentation and codes in relation to civil, open space and irrigation assets Understand the risks to civil, open space and irrigation infrastructure Strong stakeholder communication skills across all levels, including other authorities and contractors Contact me for a confidential chat about this or other opportunities in Local Government. Lucia Schefermann Public Sector People (03) 8535 3111

• Transport Planner

  Regional QLD

  Benefits include: • $95 - $110 p/a plus super • Permanent, full time contract • Work-life balance • Exciting opportunity to provide a holistic program of change Opportunity: I am working in partnership with a Local Council located in the beautiful tropical North Queensland. We are looking for experienced Transport Planner to lead the Infrastructure Planning and Assets and Fleet team on a transformative journey focusing on the needs and aspirations of the community. The purpose of the Transport Planner will be to provide concept solutions and business cases with options in relation to identified transport infrastructure needs for 10-year capex plan. Duties will include but not limited to: Develop and recommend innovative solutions to identified transport infrastructure needs that improve Council’s service delivery. Develop and recommend business cases with options to identified solutions for informed decision making. Assist with the Development of a 10-year capital works plan liaising with Strategy Planning, Future Cities, Operations and Maintenance. Develop and recommend sub-program business cases, project business cases, project request forms and project estimates as they relate to new and upgraded road infrastructure within the 10-year Capital Works Program. Research and develop innovative solutions for efficient and effective service delivery. Assist with development and review of traffic modelling analysis to produce high level road and traffic engineering designs, using software and other supporting calculations. Review and recommend changes to council standard documentation, policies, procedures and information sheets on matters within the area of responsibility. Ensure all reports for consideration by council are written in accordance with council standards and submitted for approval prior to the due date. Requirements include: Degree in Civil Engineering coupled with extensive experience (10+ years) with a broad range of experience in design, maintenance and operation of road and traffic infrastructure, Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) or Associate Degree Civil Engineering will be considered with extensive experience in civil engineer (roads and traffic areas). Network and intersection modelling and any experience with traffic signal design and operation. Excellent knowledge and experience of traffic and road design principles, guidelines, Codes of Practice and relevant State documents including AustRoads Guides, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Traffic and Road Use Management Manual (TRUM), Complete Streets and Queensland Road Rules. Excellent knowledge and experience of standards and procedures used by Department of Transport and Main Roads and other external organisations in relation to road design and cost sharing arrangements with local government. Comprehensive knowledge and experience with current industry standards of practice, in particular Australian Standards, in the design, construction and maintenance of roads and traffic infrastructure. Current Queensland “C” class drivers licence. 30212 QLD – General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) Contact me for a confidential chat about this or other opportunities in Local Government. Lucia Schefermann Public Sector People 0402930570 lucia@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Principal Environmental Health Policy Officer

  Brisbane

  Public Sector People (PSP) are currently looking to speak to a Principal Environmental Health Policy Officer to join a Local Government on a contract basis. ASAP for 5 Months  Southern Suburbs $61.76 per hour plus super  Key Responsibilities:  Lead the identification, development and delivery of complex, city-wide policy and strategy for the Environmental Health and Immunisation Program, to support the effective delivery of front line environmental health and immunisation services. Lead the identification, development and delivery of complex, city-wide policy and strategy to ensure that Council meets its legislative obligations and corporate targets in relation to Environmental Health and Immunisation service delivery. Lead and manage the delivery of a number of concurrent complex and strategic projects utilising structured frameworks to efficiently deliver required outputs, outcomes and benefits to agreed time, cost and quality. Develop and maintain contemporary education and promotional material for issues including food safety, asbestos, immunisation, environmental protection and public health infection control. Lead and manage contract and tendering specifications for city-wide issues including sharps disposal, school immunisation program and community immunisation program. Requirements Include: Demonstrated extensive and diverse stakeholder management skills, including the ability to effectively utilise internal support providers to maximise the value of front line services provided by the Environmental Health and Immunisation Program. Demonstrated extensive end-to-end program and project management experience, with a strong focus on stakeholder management and delivery of tangible outcomes and benefits. A relevant degree qualification in the field of Environment Health that is recognised for eligibility of Membership of Environmental Health Australia or another degree qualification deemed relevant by the Environmental Health and Immunisation Program Leader. Degree or post-graduate qualifications in project or change management or equivalent relevant experience will be well regarded. Get in touch for more information! For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or other positions within Local Government, please contact Lucia Schefermann on 0420 941 667.