Technical Officer

The Position

The Shire of Manjimup has an opportunity within the Technical Services Team for an innovative and energetic Technical Officer. Your natural ability to foster stakeholder relationships, work autonomously, produce cost effective designs, and the ability to work with a high level of accuracy will place you well for this role.

This role is responsible for providing guidance to the Works and Services Directorate, and the Shire in general, in the areas of Drainage, Surveying, Designing, Drafting, and Estimating services. The Technical Services Team provides guidance to a range of projects and services, with the Shire covering areas including Manjimup, Pemberton, Walpole and Northcliffe.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Relevant qualification (Civil Engineering, Surveying or similar), or working towards
• Demonstrated experience in civil / municipal engineering design and construction techniques
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret raw data
• Self-motivated and the ability to work autonomously, with excellent organisational skills
• Knowledge of RAMM or similar asset management software
• Developed skills in computer aided drafting techniques
• Hold a current “C” class drivers licence
• Local Government experience (desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of asset management practices (desirable)
• Training / experience in Road and Drainage Design (desirable)

To Apply

Click 'Download' below for the full application package. Applications can be submitted online, via email to info@manjimup.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 1, Manjimup WA 6258.

The Shire of Manjimup reserves the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date. For further information, please contact Emily O’Neil, Human Resources on (08) 9771 7751 or at hr@manjimup.wa.gov.au