• Landscape Architect

  Sydney

  Public Sector People are inviting expressions of interest from Landscape Architect professionals seeking Local Government opportunities.   As an approved supplier to councils within NSW, we are actively seeking industry experienced LA professionals to fulfill long and short term contract roles.   We work with a number of leading public sector organisations in both metro Sydney and rural NSW and have positions at all levels.   If you have already had public sector experience and are seeking your next contract opportunity, please register with us today!   Requirements include: A tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or other associated profession. Experience concept design and masterplan development and implementation of landscape and urban design projects, such as playgrounds, parks, gardens, streets, open space and related projects. Strong communication skills and an ability to balance a broad range of stakeholder needs and customer expectations.  Benefits include: Flexible working hours, secure the elusive work/life balance. Attractive hourly rates. Gain valuable experience within progressive councils. Work with a recruitment consultant who has been recruiting planners in Local Government for the last three years.   For a confidential discussion or to register your interest in planning roles, please contact Paul Cullen at PSP on (02) 9367 8200.   Alternatively, please e-mail your current resume in Word format to paul@publicsectorpeople.com.au

• Facilities Services Field Officer- Local Government

  Brisbane

  About the role:  Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Facilities Services field Officer to join our local government client based in Redland. The Facilities Services Field Officer will provide effective maintenance programs for Council's building assets to achieve efficient service delivery by the Facilities Services Unit, to fully satisfy Service Level Agreements (SLA's). Key Responsibilities:  Maintain councils building asset management software including inputting work orders, to produce detailed maintenance records and building inspection information.  Undertake planned and corrective maintenance activities that are identified in the Asset and Services Management Plan (ASMP) to ensure the operational efficiency of Council buildings and deliver cost effective outcomes. Coordinate the works of Council contractors in the delivery of their services including monitoring and inspecting work quality and safety, and invoicing approval, to ensure high quality delivery. Support the achievement of a team based approach to customer service by the ability to manage tasks in an effective manner, prioritise requests, and support other team members in the field to deliver best value operational outcomes. Inspect Council buildings completing condition reports, identify risks and safety issues, prioritise works for completion or future inclusion in the ASMP, ensuring all documentation is entered and registered appropriately. Key Skills:  Proven track record inspecting buildings, prioritising works and undertaking risk assessments and safety audits, with the ability to work in isolation, and on own initiative when required. Experience in MS Office suite and administration. Proven track record in providing high quality maintenance to building assets within a large organisation, with skills in implementing programs/projects from building asset and service management plans to meet specified service standards. With a proven record of working within Workplace Health & Safety Policy to ensure both personal and others safety. 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 Paul Cullen on (02) 9376 8200.

• Traffic engineer

  Sydney

  About the role: Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer to join our local government client on a 4 month contract. The successful candidate will have previous traffic engineering experience within local government and be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.  Key Responsibilities:  Assess, determine and implement strategies and engineering solutions to improve and maintain traffic efficiency, equitable parking supply and, safety of road users consistent with industry practice, and legislative requirements. Capture and analyse traffic data to identify relevant issues and predicted growth to develop recommendations, solutions and timely responses to traffic, parking and safety matters. Issue and monitor instructions for construction works, and prepare and implement local area traffic management schemes and initiatives to give effect to Council resolutions. Participate in project planning, feasibility assessment and development of consultant and other briefs to assist in the implementation and delivery of local area traffic, pedestrian and road safety studies and initiatives. Provide clear, timely and accurate information, and professional advice and consultation responses to internal and external customers to assist with decision making. Prepare funding submissions and administer grants for the treatment of traffic matters. Undertake support functions for, and provide reports for internal and external committees to support decision making. Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities. Key Skills required:  Degree in civil engineering or equivalent 3 + years working in a Traffic Engineer role  Local government experience  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 Paul Cullen on (02) 9376 8200.

• Graduate Asset Engineer

  Sydney

  About the role:  This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Asset Engineer to join a council on a 6 month contract as an Asset Engineer within the Roads and Structural Assets team. This role will suit a graduate engineer who has a degree qualification and has technical work experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking frequent site inspections of the council structures which will include (bridges, cliffs, retaining walls, stairs/steps, seawalls, pontoons and roads).   Key Responsibilities:  To review engineering design, drawing, report in relation to roads, footpaths and structural assets by comparing against relevant Australian Standards, RMS Specifications, Austroads guide, etc. and preparing comments and recommendations. Undertake site inspections throughout City’s LGA for a range of civil infrastructure assets including roads, footpaths, kerb and gutter and structures including bridges, cliffs/retaining walls, stairs/steps/ramps and passageways. Assist the team in reviewing various engineering design, drawing, report in relation to the above roads, footpaths and structural assets by comparing against relevant Australian Standards, RMS Specifications. Assist the Principal Engineer in ensuring that civil infrastructure constructed by developers and others meet the City’s standards. Undertake technical, risk management and condition investigations of civil assets to ensure conformance with appropriate asset management plans, policies and procedures. Prepare feasibility assessments, concept designs, budgeting and prioritization for assets within the teams responsibility. Key Skills Required:  Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Experience in road pavement analysis and design, visual assessment of civil assets, recognition of defects and their rectification requirements. Experience in inspection, prioritization and developing maintenance and renewal programs for bridges, retaining walls, maritime assets and footway assets. Experience in asset management techniques including, Asset Management Systems ,condition assessment and development of short and long term Asset Management Plans. Class C drivers licence. 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 Paul Cullen on (02) 9376 8200.

• Senior Civil Designer - 12D

  Sydney

  About the Role:  Public Sector People are currently recruiting for a number of Senior Civil Designers with minimum 3 years experience using 12D software to join our local government client. This will be a contract role for up to 12 months with a start date of late January.  Key Responsibilities: Production of quality 12D designs for civil engineering designs, specifications and construction drawings Assisting the Project Manager in determining the design resources required for a particular project plans including elements suitable for outsourcing; Ensuring the production of project documents that are accurate, clear and concise and compliant with best practice and quality standards of the project; Coordinate and work with others on updates to Technical Specifications Prepare Requests for Quotation/Tender documents and Contract documents Resolving complex technical design issues; and Ensuring that the designing component of the project comes in within agreed budgets and delivery dates. Key Skills Required: Demonstrated experience in 12D software using your in-depth knowledge of Australian civil design standards across a range of projects; Design knowledge in the use of storm water principles, sanitary sewer design principles, pressure system principles, roadway design principles and earthwork design principles; Experience using various software programs such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and 12D; and A client-centric focus and a sound technical know-how from working in a similar consultancy environment.  Minimum 3 years experience using 12D Software for design 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 Paul Cullen on 0403 242 600

• Senior Drainage Engineer

  Sydney

  About the role:  Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Senior Drainage Engineer to join our local government client on a 12 month contract. The successful candidate must have previous experience in a design office and also have Project management experience working in local government. Key Responsibilities:  The ability to develop and implement a vision for the pro-active and positive development of Council’s Building and Engineering Services Understanding and experience with designing water sensitive urban design, particularly with bioretention systems and detention basins Project management experience ideally in a design office Experience in dealing with the government, statutory authorities and consultants Liaise with and advise developers, architects, planners, engineers, designers, government agencies, etc. With regards to engineering stormwater information and clarifying council’s requirements in accordance with council’s engineering development guidelines. Provide timely and accurate engineering stormwater advice and recommend appropriate conditions in the assessment of development applications to town planners, building surveyors and engineers. Conduct or supervise major flood studies and trunk drainage investigations, reporting on findings and recommending appropriate course(S) of action or options to provide the community with cost-Effective, environmentally sensitive stormwater drainage systems. Key Skills:  Experience in project management and corporate software preferably MS project, excel, technology 1 and trim. Degree in civil engineering 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 Paul Cullen on 0403 242 600

• Building Surveyor - A1/A2/A3 Accredited

  Regional VIC

  About the role:  Public Sector People are currently seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join our regional council in NSW. The successful candidates will need to be be accredited at A1, A2 or A3 under the NSW BPB Accreditation Scheme and have previous council experience. The role will be responsible for providing advice on all public health and building related matters.  Key Responsibilities: Undertake certification work within level of accreditation issued by the building professionals board.  Assess and determine applications received by council  Undertake inspections and regulatory functions under the plumbing and drainage act  Undertake enforcement action as required  Prepare correspondence on council related work Coordinate and undertake swimming pool barrier inspections in accordance with councils inspection program.  Coordinate and undertake essential fire safety program  Key Skills Required: Recognised tertiary qualification in Applied Science (Building and Environmental Health) or equivalent  Certified Accreditor by the Building Professionals Board Sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills Extensive working knowledge of all environmental health and building control legislation, acts, regulations, statues, procedures and policies  Ability to develop reports for presentation to council meetings  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 Paul Cullen on 0403 242 600

• Town Planner

  Sydney

  Public Sector People are inviting expressions of interest from Town Planning professionals seeking Local Government opportunities.   As an approved supplier to councils within NSW, we are actively seeking industry experienced planning professionals to fulfill long and short term contract roles.   We work with a number of leading public sector organisations in both metro Sydney and rural NSW and have positions at all levels.   If you have already had public sector experience and are seeking your next contract opportunity, please register with us today!   Requirements include: Tertiary qualifications, at degree level in Urban Planning or related discipline. Experience in the assessment and resolution of planning, heritage and urban design issues associated with development applications, preferably in local government. Strong communication skills and an ability to balance a broad range of stakeholder needs and customer expectations.  Benefits include: Flexible working hours, secure the elusive work/life balance. Attractive hourly rates. Gain valuable experience within progressive councils. Work with a recruitment consultant who has been recruiting planners in Local Government for the last three years.   For a confidential discussion or to register your interest in planning roles, please contact Paul Cullen at PSP on (02) 9367 8200.   Alternatively, please e-mail your current resume in Word format to paul@publicsectorpeople.com.au