CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL

P OSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Coordinator Facilities Program

POSITION NUMBER: 10467

AWARD: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A)

AWARD CLASSIFICATION: Level 8 + above award payment

REPORTS TO: Manager Project Management Office

DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure and Utilities

ABOUT US

Our vision

A progressive region creating opportunities for all.

Our mission

We are a council committed to continuous improvement, a sustainable future and efficient

investment in our communities.

Our values

• Respect and integrity.

• Accountability and transparency.

• Providing value.

• Commitment and teamwork.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS ROLE

To work with asset owners and stakeholders to deliver the annual and multi-year facilities capital

programs in accordance with council’s strategic asset management plans.

Coordinate the planning, design and scoping of facilities capital projects to be delivered by council

resources.

Coordinate the procurement of planning, design, construction and implementation of significant,

outsourced Facilities capital projects.

Coordinate design programs generated by Facilities strategic asset management plans ensuring

outcomes are fit for purpose.

Reporting against developed plans, programs and milestones.

Coordinate stakeholder engagement in these projects (and community participation where

appropriate) and be accountable for delivery of projects safely and within agreed project

specifications.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

1. Strategy Development. Provide expert advice to asset owners to assist in the

development of annual and long-term capital budgets and works programs ensuring

correlation to council’s strategic asset management plans. Thinks at the ‘big picture’ level;

entertains wide‐ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future; works across

several timeframes; translates strategic direction into day‐to-day activities.

2. Leadership and People Management. Uphold and demonstrate council’s values; promote

a whole-of-council approach to problem solving and service delivery excellence.

3. Project and Contract Management. Coordinates facilities project delivery, making

detailed plans to accomplish goals whilst coordinating the integration of technical activities

within an appropriate legal framework. Provides engineering advice and project

management experience in the planning, development and construction phases of facilities

major projects.

Coordinates and delivers design programs generated by strategic asset management plans

or opportunistic projects that may arise. Implements and coordinates contracts within an

appropriate legal framework.

Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders; produces detailed project plans

where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly

specified; monitors performance against objectives and manages project risks and issues;

ensures Facilities project objectives are met.

4. Investigations. Researches Facilities project feasibility and whole-of-life costs for business

cases to support project justification and grant funding applications.

5. Stakeholder engagement. Establishes a reputation for reliance and trust across the

spectrum of stakeholders, including other levels of government, councillors, management,

peers, fellow workers and the general public. Identifies issues in common for one or more

stakeholders and builds mutually beneficial partnerships. Identifies and responds to

stakeholder’s underlying needs; uses understanding of the stakeholder’s organisational

context to ensure outcomes are achieved; finds innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder

issues.

Additionally, this position may be required to conduct other duties as lawfully directed by the

reporting manager.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Operational, project management and strategic experience in a project or program delivery

• Experience in the design and construction of building and facility projects and the

• Experience in the application of and management of contracts as applied to the delivery of

• Experience in, or a sound understanding of, local government, program planning and

• Experience in liaising with and providing advice to various internal and external

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• Demonstrated ability to gain the support and cooperation of others to achieve effective

• High level oral and written communication skills including excellent negotiation, conflict

• Well-developed interpersonal skills including the capacity to perform effectively in diverse

• Well-developed knowledge of the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and work health

• Ability to undertake independent strategic thinking, analyse complex situations, develop

Desirable:

• Extensive Local Government managerial and project management experience.
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers licence.

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (or a relevant field) and/or Project Management

Desirable:

• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or Chartered Professional

Engineer (CPEng) with Engineer Australia or Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM)

with the Australian Institute of Project Managers or Project Management Professional

(PMP) with Project Management Institute

• Building certifier’s licence as issued by Queensland Building and Construction Commission

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Tertiary Qualifications in Civil Engineering, or in a relevant field coupled with significant

Project Management experience (3 years+) in a similar role

2. Demonstrated ability in undertaking project feasibility studies and whole of life costs for
business case justification and grant applications.

3. Demonstrated experience in coordinating and delivering all aspects of facilities based

programs.

4. Demonstrated experience in developing collaborative working relationships with varying

levels of internal and external stakeholders.

5. Demonstrated ability to effectively consult and influence internal and external stakeholder

to achieve positive outcomes.

6. Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills coupled with
exceptional presentation skills.

CORPORATE REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST MEET

1. Commitment to council’s vision, mission and values.

2. Compliance with council’s code of conduct.

3. Adherence to all relevant council policies and procedures, certified agreement, your

contract of employment and relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, 2009

and Work Health and Safety, Act 2011.

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4. Commitment and adherence to council’s customer service charter.

5. Compliance with all relevant and necessary pre-employment checks required for this role.

6. Commitment to council’s corporate plan.

7. Commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and merit principles.

8. Commitment to ensuring a workplace free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.

9. Efficient and effective utilisation of resources as allocated under the level of responsibility

for the position.

10. Commitment to change management.

ELIGIBILTY AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent

residency status, or a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa

permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a temporary or casual

position, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to work in Australia.

• Medical assessment including drug & alcohol testing.

• Criminal history check.

• Qualification check.

• Reference checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES WE NEED FROM YOU

Competency Definition Level

Delivering Results Having the ability to set objectives for yourself and others, taking

a forward looking perspective, and delivering successful 3

outcomes within agreed parameters.

Communication Identifying and using appropriate communication styles and

methods, taking into consideration the audience and the desired
3

outcome. Building and maintaining effective working

relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Initiative and Anticipating situations and problems, finding appropriate

innovation solutions, grasping opportunities for improvements and taking
3

ownership for continuous improvement that goes above and

beyond the call of duty.

Flexibility Being able to adapt your thinking and behaviour to suit different

situations and changing circumstances. Taking other people’s
3

views on board, accepting new and different ways of working

and encouraging others to embrace change.

Teamwork Having the ability to work as part of a team, actively encouraging

team working and recognising the role you play as part of the 3

council team.

4

Commitment to Being willing and able to align your own behaviours with the

Council objectives, goals and values of council; acting as a role model 3

and promoting the values to others.

Customer service Aligning your behaviour with the customer service charter to

ensure both internal and external customer needs are met;
4

taking a positive attitude, showing commitment and having a can

do approach.

Workplace Health & Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and

Safety others, complying with reasonable instruction and co-operating 4

with council policy and procedure.

A copy of the Competency Handbook is available on the Central Highlands Regional Council

website under ‘Careers with Council’.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

1. This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. Council will regularly review

position descriptions and appropriately update them to ensure that they relate to the job

being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. Where

appropriate, employees will be consulted on the changes and employees are expected to

participate in consultation.

2. Whilst employment is in the position described in this document it is understood that

employment is with Central Highlands Regional Council. In the event of organisational

change or restructure, council may require employees to undertake other roles for which

they are qualified and capable of performing.

3. Employees may be required to undertake a variety of duties not related to their substantive

role in the times of disaster or significant exceptional operational circumstances.

4. All employees are responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with

legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures.

5. Failure to maintain any licence or qualification, which are a condition of your employment,

may result in demotion or termination as council is unable to guarantee your transfer to a

position not requiring said licence/qualification.

Please sign below if you have read, understood and accepted the responsibilities of this

position as outlined in this position description.

Name

…

Signature Date

…

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CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL

P OSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Coordinator Project Management Office Business Support

POSITION NUMBER: 10110

AWARD: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A)

AWARD CLASSIFICATION: Level 8 + above award payment

REPORTS TO: Manager Project Management Office

DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure and Utilities

ABOUT US

Our vision

A progressive region creating opportunities for all.

Our mission

We are a council committed to continuous improvement, a sustainable future and efficient

investment in our communities.

Our values

• Respect and integrity.

• Accountability and transparency.

• Providing value.

• Commitment and teamwork.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS ROLE

Lead the establishment of standardised project management systems through the development of

the frameworks, methodologies and processes and associated templates.

Coordinate the implementation of a standardised project management process across council

Build a strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration Council-wide.

Coordinate the provision of the Project Management Office support services such as project

costing, project administration, procurement, design and estimation, to support to the Program

Coordinators in the management and delivery of projects

Coordinate the collation of relevant project data and the production of all reports required to enable

teams to effectively manage projects, to inform relevant governance groups and to ensure

decisions are made in a timely manner

Coordinate project management and governance meetings and provide secretariat support to these

meetings

Work with the Office of the CEO to review and prioritise innovative business initiatives that deliver

stakeholder benefits and business improvements

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

1. Strategy Development. Coordinates and supports the development of a strong project

management culture which results in the efficient and cost effective delivery of projects and

programs that correlate to council’s strategic asset management plan. Thinks at the ‘big

picture’ level; entertains wide‐ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future;

works across several timeframes; translates strategic direction into day‐today activities.

2. Leadership and People Management. Upholds and demonstrates council’s values;

promotes a whole-of-council approach to problem solving and service delivery excellence.

3. Project and Contract Management. Coordinates the development and implementation of

standardised project management processes and frameworks. Coordinates the review

and development of contract and procurement frameworks as related to the delivery of

projects. Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders and monitors performance

against objectives and manages project risks and issues; ensures Project Management

Office objectives are met.

4. Investigations. Provides support to the Office of the CEO through research into project

feasibility and whole-of-life costs for business cases to support project justification and

grant funding applications.

5. Stakeholder engagement. Establishes a reputation for reliance and trust across the

spectrum of stakeholders, including other levels of government, councillors, management,

peers, fellow workers and the general public. Identifies issues in common for one or more

stakeholders and builds mutually beneficial partnerships. Identifies and responds to

stakeholder’s underlying needs; uses understanding of the stakeholder’s organisational

context to ensure outcomes are achieved; finds innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder

issues.

Additionally, this position may be required to conduct other duties as lawfully directed by the

reporting manager.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• High level project management and strategic experience in a project or program delivery

• Experience in, or a sound understanding of, local government, program planning and

• Experience in liaising with and providing advice to various internal and external

• Demonstrated ability to gain the support and cooperation of others to achieve effective

• High level oral and written communication skills including excellent negotiation, conflict

• Well-developed interpersonal skills including the capacity to perform effectively in diverse

• Well-developed knowledge of the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and work health

2

• Ability to undertake independent strategic thinking, analyse complex situations, develop

Desirable:

• Extensive Local Government managerial and project management experience.

• Experience in the establishment of a Project Management Office
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers licence.

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management and/or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or Chartered Professional

Engineer (CPEng) with Engineer Australia or Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM)

with the Australian Institute of Project Managers or Project Management Professional

(PMP) with Project Management Institute.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Tertiary Qualifications in Project Management, or in a relevant field coupled with

Engineering experience (3 years+) in a similar role.

2. Demonstrated Experience in establishing and implementing a standardised approach to

project management including systems, frameworks, templates and processes.

3. Demonstrated expertise in providing all aspects of project management administrative and

coordination support services to a multidisciplinary project management team.

4. Demonstrated experience in producing timely and accurate data and relevant reports to

enable Senior Managers with oversight to effectively manage projects.

5. Demonstrated experience in developing collaborative working relationships with varying

levels of internal and external stakeholders.

6. Demonstrated ability to effectively consult and influence internal and external stakeholder

to achieve positive outcomes.

7. Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills coupled with

exceptional presentation skills.

CORPORATE REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST MEET

1. Commitment to council’s vision, mission and values.

2. Compliance with council’s code of conduct.

3. Adherence to all relevant council policies and procedures, certified agreement, your

contract of employment and relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, 2009

and Work Health and Safety, Act 2011.

4. Commitment and adherence to council’s customer service charter.

5. Compliance with all relevant and necessary pre-employment checks required for this role.

6. Commitment to council’s corporate plan.

7. Commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and merit principles.

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8. Commitment to ensuring a workplace free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.

9. Efficient and effective utilisation of resources as allocated under the level of responsibility

for the position.

10. Commitment to change management.

ELIGIBILTY AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent

residency status, or a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa

permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a temporary or casual

position, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to work in Australia.

• Medical assessment including drug & alcohol testing.

• Criminal history check.

• Qualification check.

• Reference checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES WE NEED FROM YOU

Competency Definition Level

Delivering Results Having the ability to set objectives for yourself and others, taking

a forward looking perspective, and delivering successful 3

outcomes within agreed parameters.

Communication Identifying and using appropriate communication styles and

methods, taking into consideration the audience and the desired
3

outcome. Building and maintaining effective working

relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Initiative and Anticipating situations and problems, finding appropriate

innovation solutions, grasping opportunities for improvements and taking
3

ownership for continuous improvement that goes above and

beyond the call of duty.

Flexibility Being able to adapt your thinking and behaviour to suit different

situations and changing circumstances. Taking other people’s
3

views on board, accepting new and different ways of working

and encouraging others to embrace change.

Teamwork Having the ability to work as part of a team, actively encouraging

team working and recognising the role you play as part of the 3

council team.

Commitment to Being willing and able to align your own behaviours with the

Council objectives, goals and values of council; acting as a role model 3

and promoting the values to others.

Customer service Aligning your behaviour with the customer service charter to
4

ensure both internal and external customer needs are met;

4

taking a positive attitude, showing commitment and having a can

do approach.

Workplace Health & Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and

Safety others, complying with reasonable instruction and co-operating 4

with council policy and procedure.

A copy of the Competency Handbook is available on the Central Highlands Regional Council

website under ‘Careers with Council’.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

1. This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. Council will regularly review

position descriptions and appropriately update them to ensure that they relate to the job

being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. Where

appropriate, employees will be consulted on the changes and employees are expected to

participate in consultation.

2. Whilst employment is in the position described in this document it is understood that

employment is with Central Highlands Regional Council. In the event of organisational

change or restructure, council may require employees to undertake other roles for which

they are qualified and capable of performing.

3. Employees may be required to undertake a variety of duties not related to their substantive

role in the times of disaster or significant exceptional operational circumstances.

4. All employees are responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with

legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures.

5. Failure to maintain any licence or qualification, which are a condition of your employment,

may result in demotion or termination as council is unable to guarantee your transfer to a

position not requiring said licence/qualification.

Please sign below if you have read, understood and accepted the responsibilities of this

position as outlined in this position description.

Name

…

Signature Date

…

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CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL

P OSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Coordinator Transport Infrastructure Program

POSITION NUMBER: 10044

AWARD: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream A)

AWARD CLASSIFICATION: Level 8 + above award payment

REPORTS TO: Manager Project Management Office

DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure and Utilities

ABOUT US

Our vision

A progressive region creating opportunities for all.

Our mission

We are a council committed to continuous improvement, a sustainable future and efficient

investment in our communities.

Our values

• Respect and integrity.

• Accountability and transparency.

• Providing value.

• Commitment and teamwork.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS ROLE

To work with asset owners and stakeholders to deliver the annual and multi-year transport

infrastructure capital programs in accordance with council’s strategic asset management plans.

Coordinate the planning, design and scoping of transport infrastructure capital projects to be

delivered by council resources.

Coordinate the procurement of planning, design, construction and implementation of significant,

outsourced transport infrastructure capital projects.

Coordinate design programs generated by transport infrastructure strategic asset management

plans ensuring outcomes are fit for purpose.

Reporting against developed plans, programs and milestones.

Coordinate stakeholder engagement in these projects (and community participation where

appropriate) and be accountable for delivery of projects safely and within agreed project

specifications.

1

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

1. Strategy Development. Provide expert advice to asset owners to assist in the

development of annual and long-term capital budgets and works programs ensuring

correlation to council’s strategic asset management plans. Thinks at the ‘big picture’ level;

entertains wide‐ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future; works across

several timeframes; translates strategic direction into day‐to-day activities.

2. Leadership and People Management. Uphold and demonstrate council’s values; promote

a whole-of-council approach to problem solving and service delivery excellence.

3. Project and Contract Management. Coordinates transport infrastructure project delivery,

making detailed plans to accomplish goals whilst coordinating the integration of technical

activities within an appropriate legal framework. Provides engineering advice and project

management experience in the planning, development and construction phases of

transport infrastructure major projects.

Coordinates and delivers design programs generated by strategic asset management plans

or opportunistic projects that may arise. Implements and coordinates contracts within an

appropriate legal framework.

Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders; produces detailed project plans

where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly

specified; monitors performance against objectives and manages project risks and issues;

ensures transport infrastructure project objectives are met.

4. Investigations. Researches transport infrastructure project feasibility and whole-of-life

costs for business cases to support project justification and grant funding applications.

5. Stakeholder engagement. Establishes a reputation for reliance and trust across the

spectrum of stakeholders, including other levels of government, councillors, management,

peers, fellow workers and the general public. Identifies issues in common for one or more

stakeholders and builds mutually beneficial partnerships. Identifies and responds to

stakeholder’s underlying needs; uses understanding of the stakeholder’s organisational

context to ensure outcomes are achieved; finds innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder

issues.

Additionally, this position may be required to conduct other duties as lawfully directed by the

reporting manager.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Operational, project management and strategic experience in a project or program delivery

• Extensive experience in the design and construction of transport infrastructure projects and

• Experience in the application of and management of contracts as applied to the delivery of

• Experience in, or a sound understanding of, local government, program planning and

• Experience in liaising with and providing advice to various internal and external

2

• Demonstrated ability to gain the support and cooperation of others to achieve effective

• High level oral and written communication skills including excellent negotiation, conflict

• Well-developed interpersonal skills including the capacity to perform effectively in diverse

• Well-developed knowledge of the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and work health

• Ability to undertake independent strategic thinking, analyse complex situations, develop

Desirable:

• Extensive Local Government managerial and project management experience.
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers licence.

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering and/or Project Management (or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or Chartered Professional

Engineer (CPEng) with Engineer Australia or Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM)

with the Australian Institute of Project Managers or Project Management Professional

(PMP) with Project Management Institute.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Tertiary Qualifications in Civil Engineering, or in a relevant field coupled with significant

Project Management experience (3 years+) in a similar role

2. Demonstrated ability in undertaking project feasibility studies and whole of life costs for
business case justification and grant applications.

3. Demonstrated experience in coordinating and delivering all aspects of transport

infrastructure based programs.

4. Demonstrated experience in developing collaborative working relationships with varying

levels of internal and external stakeholders.

5. Demonstrated ability to effectively consult and influence internal and external stakeholder

to achieve positive outcomes.

6. Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills coupled with

exceptional presentation skills.

CORPORATE REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST MEET

1. Commitment to council’s vision, mission and values.

2. Compliance with council’s code of conduct.

3. Adherence to all relevant council policies and procedures, certified agreement, your

contract of employment and relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, 2009

and Work Health and Safety, Act 2011.

4. Commitment and adherence to council’s customer service charter.

5. Compliance with all relevant and necessary pre-employment checks required for this role.

3

6. Commitment to council’s corporate plan.

7. Commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and merit principles.

8. Commitment to ensuring a workplace free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.

9. Efficient and effective utilisation of resources as allocated under the level of responsibility

for the position.

10. Commitment to change management.

ELIGIBILTY AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent

residency status, or a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa

permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a temporary or casual

position, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to work in Australia.

• Medical assessment including drug & alcohol testing.

• Criminal history check.

• Qualification check.

• Reference checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES WE NEED FROM YOU

Competency Definition Level

Delivering Results Having the ability to set objectives for yourself and others, taking

a forward looking perspective, and delivering successful 3

outcomes within agreed parameters.

Communication Identifying and using appropriate communication styles and

methods, taking into consideration the audience and the desired
3

outcome. Building and maintaining effective working

relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Initiative and Anticipating situations and problems, finding appropriate

innovation solutions, grasping opportunities for improvements and taking
3

ownership for continuous improvement that goes above and

beyond the call of duty.

Flexibility Being able to adapt your thinking and behaviour to suit different

situations and changing circumstances. Taking other people’s
3

views on board, accepting new and different ways of working

and encouraging others to embrace change.

Teamwork Having the ability to work as part of a team, actively encouraging

team working and recognising the role you play as part of the 3

council team.

Commitment to Being willing and able to align your own behaviours with the

Council objectives, goals and values of council; acting as a role model 3

and promoting the values to others.

4

Customer service Aligning your behaviour with the customer service charter to

ensure both internal and external customer needs are met;
4

taking a positive attitude, showing commitment and having a can

do approach.

Workplace Health & Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and

Safety others, complying with reasonable instruction and co-operating 4

with council policy and procedure.

A copy of the Competency Handbook is available on the Central Highlands Regional Council

website under ‘Careers with Council’.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

1. This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. Council will regularly review

position descriptions and appropriately update them to ensure that they relate to the job

being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. Where

appropriate, employees will be consulted on the changes and employees are expected to

participate in consultation.

2. Whilst employment is in the position described in this document it is understood that

employment is with Central Highlands Regional Council. In the event of organisational

change or restructure, council may require employees to undertake other roles for which

they are qualified and capable of performing.

3. Employees may be required to undertake a variety of duties not related to their substantive

role in the times of disaster or significant exceptional operational circumstances.

4. All employees are responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with

legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures.

5. Failure to maintain any licence or qualification, which are a condition of your employment,

may result in demotion or termination as council is unable to guarantee your transfer to a

position not requiring said licence/qualification.

Please sign below if you have read, understood and accepted the responsibilities of this

position as outlined in this position description.

Name

…

Signature Date

…

5

CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL

P OSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Plant Operator / Street Sweeper

POSITION NUMBER: 10364

AWARD: Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award –

State 2017

AWARD CLASSIFICATION: 5

REPORTS TO: Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Infrastructure and Utilities

ABOUT US

Our vision

A progressive region creating opportunities for all.

Our mission

We are a council committed to continuous improvement, a sustainable future and efficient

investment in our communities.

Our values

• Respect and integrity.

• Accountability and transparency.

• Providing value.

• Commitment and teamwork.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS ROLE

The Street Sweeper Operator will be required to undertake operation of a heavy rigid truck

configuration and labouring duties across the Central Highlands Regional Council area as directed

by the Supervisor, in accordance with Council policies and procedures, Queensland Transport

Regulations and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator legislation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

1. Street Sweeper Operation and Maintenance. Ensure the safe and competent operation
and maintenance of a Street Sweeper in line with council’s heavy vehicle management
system. Adopt best practice in relation to road maintenance and construction activities.
Undertake regular maintenance checks on the Street Sweeper and/or associated plant.

2. Flexibility. Primarily this role will undertake the cleaning of the urban street network however
at times will be required to travel to rural areas.

3. Training and Development. To actively participate in ongoing training and self-
development to achieve continuous improvement for yourself and council.

1

Additionally, this position may be required to conduct other duties as lawfully directed by the

reporting manager.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Mandatory:

Desirable:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator regulations and

• Demonstrated ability to operate a Street Sweeper.
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED

Mandatory:

• Current Queensland Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence.

• General Construction Induction Card.

Desirable:

• Statement of Attainment or Ticket for various other construction plant.

• Heavy Vehicle Licence greater than Medium Rigid.

• Current First Aid or CPR Certificates.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Demonstrated competency operating a street sweeper.

2. Ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment relevant to the functions of the

position.

3. Flexible, team player with strong communication skills.

4. Willingness to operate within a remote camp environment (as required).

CORPORATE REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST MEET

1. Commitment to council’s vision, mission and values.

2. Compliance with council’s code of conduct.

3. Adherence to all relevant council policies and procedures, certified agreement, your

contract of employment and relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, 2009

and Work Health and Safety Act, 2011.

4. Commitment and adherence to council’s customer service charter.
5. Compliance with all relevant and necessary pre-employment checks required for this role.

6. Commitment to council’s corporate plan.

7. Commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and merit principles.

8. Commitment to ensuring a workplace free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.

9. Efficient and effective utilisation of resources as allocated under the level of responsibility

for the position.

2

10. Commitment to change management.

ELIGIBILTY AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent

residency status, or a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa

permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a temporary or casual

positon, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to work in Australia.

• Medical and functional assessment including drug & alcohol testing.

• Reference checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES WE NEED FROM YOU

Competency Definition Level

Delivering Results Having the ability to set objectives for yourself and others, taking

a forward looking perspective, and delivering successful 1

outcomes within agreed parameters.

Communication Identifying and using appropriate communication styles and

methods, taking into consideration the audience and the desired
1

outcome. Building and maintaining effective working

relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Initiative and Anticipating situations and problems, finding appropriate

innovation solutions, grasping opportunities for improvements and taking
1

ownership for continuous improvement that goes above and

beyond the call of duty.

Flexibility Being able to adapt your thinking and behaviour to suit different

situations and changing circumstances. Taking other people’s
1

views on board, accepting new and different ways of working

and encouraging others to embrace change.

Teamwork Having the ability to work as part of a team, actively encouraging

team working and recognising the role you play as part of the 1

council team.

Commitment to Being willing and able to align your own behaviours with the

Council objectives, goals and values of council; acting as a role model 1

and promoting the values to others.

Customer service Aligning your behaviour with the customer service charter to

ensure both internal and external customer needs are met;
1

taking a positive attitude, showing commitment and having a can

do approach.

3

Workplace Health & Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and

Safety others, complying with reasonable instruction and co-operating 1

with council policy and procedure.

A copy of the Competency Handbook is available on the Central Highlands Regional Council

website under ‘Careers with Council’.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

1. This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. Council will regularly review

position descriptions and appropriately update them to ensure that they relate to the job

being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. Where

appropriate, employees will be consulted on the changes and employees are expected to

participate in consultation.

2. Whilst employment is in the position described in this document it is understood that

employment is with Central Highlands Regional Council. In the event of organisational

change or restructure, council may require employees to undertake other roles for which

they are qualified and capable of performing.

3. Employees may be required to undertake a variety of duties not related to their substantive

role in the times of disaster or significant exceptional operational circumstances.

4. All employees are responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with

legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures.

5. Failure to maintain any licence or qualification, which are a condition of your employment,

may result in demotion or termination as council is unable to guarantee your transfer to a

position not requiring said licence/qualification.

Please sign below if you have read, understood and accepted the responsibilities of this

position as outlined in this position description.

Name

…

Signature Date

…

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CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Plant Operator/Labourer Parks and Gardens

POSITION NUMBER: 10335

AWARD: Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award –
State 2017

AWARD CLASSIFICATION: 3 - 4

REPORTS TO: Supervisor Parks and Gardens Emerald

DEPARTMENT: Communities

ABOUT US

Our vision

A progressive region creating opportunities for all.

Our mission

We are a council committed to continuous improvement, a sustainable future and efficient
investment in our communities.

Our values

 Respect and integrity.
 Accountability and transparency.
 Providing value.
 Commitment and teamwork.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS ROLE

The Plant Operator/Labourer will be required to undertake a range of duties as directed by the
Supervisor Parks and Gardens, or Coordinator Parks & Facilities, including maintenance to
Council’s parks and garden assets and the operation of various plant and equipment in a safe
manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

1. Decision making. Daily responsibilities/tasks including resolving on the job issues to be
carried out efficiently and effectively using education, experience, expertise and previous
training, when deciding on the appropriate equipment and council procedure to use.

2. Operation and Maintenance. Ensure safe and competent operation of all Council
equipment, including carrying out regular maintenance checks.

3. Environmental awareness. Awareness and preparation of a safe work area including all
plant and equipment must be maintained at all times, ensuring the safety of employees and
the public.

4. Customer Service. When required to interact with members of the community do so in a
polite and courteous manner.

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Additionally, this position may be required to conduct other duties as lawfully directed by the
reporting manager.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Mandatory:

 Demonstrated ability to undertake physical tasks associated with the position.
Sound standard of communication skills, including responding to routine enquires from the

general public and fellow employees, and recording activities and standard information.

Desirable:

 Demonstrated ability to operate chainsaw, light plant, equipment and machinery and
capable of carrying out routine maintenance activities. Ability to operate and instruct others
in the operation of plant and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED

Mandatory:

 Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers licence (manual).
 General Construction Induction Card.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Demonstrated experience in efficiently using operational resources, plant and equipment
and working within set timeframes to deliver expected outcomes.

2. Demonstrated time management skills, with the ability to organise and prioritise work
effectively to meet deadlines/timeframes.

3. Ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment relevant to the functions of the
position.

4. Demonstrated ability to deal with customers in a professional and courteous manner.

CORPORATE REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST MEET

1. Commitment to council’s vision, mission and values.
2. Compliance with council’s code of conduct.
3. Adherence to all relevant Council policies and procedures, certified agreement, your

contract of employment and relevant legislation, including the Queensland Local
Government Act, 2009 and Queensland Work Health and Safety Act, 2011.

4. Commitment and adherence to council’s customer service charter.
5. Compliance with all relevant and necessary pre-employment checks required for this role.
6. Commitment to council’s corporate plan.
7. Commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and merit principles.
8. Commitment to ensuring a workplace free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.
9. Efficient and effective utilisation of resources as allocated under the level of responsibility

for the position.
10. Commitment to change management.

ELIGIBILTY AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

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To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent
residency status, or a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa
permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a temporary or casual
position, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

 Right to work in Australia.
 Medical and functional assessment including drug & alcohol testing.
Reference checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES WE NEED FROM YOU

Competency Definition Level

Delivering Results Having the ability to set objectives for yourself and others, taking
a forward looking perspective, and delivering successful 1
outcomes within agreed parameters.

Communication Identifying and using appropriate communication styles and
methods, taking into consideration the audience and the desired
outcome. Building and maintaining effective working 2

relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Initiative and Anticipating situations and problems, finding appropriate
innovation solutions, grasping opportunities for improvements and taking

ownership for continuous improvement that goes above and 1

beyond the call of duty.

Flexibility Being able to adapt your thinking and behaviour to suit different
situations and changing circumstances. Taking other people’s
views on board, accepting new and different ways of working 1

and encouraging others to embrace change.

Teamwork Having the ability to work as part of a team, actively encouraging
team work and recognising the role you play as part of the 2
council team.

Commitment to Being willing and able to align your own behaviours with the
Council objectives, goals and values of council; acting as a role model 1

and promoting the values to others.

Customer service Aligning your behaviour with the customer service charter to
ensure both internal and external customer needs are met;
taking a positive attitude, showing commitment and having a 1

can-do approach.

Workplace Health & Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and
Safety others, complying with reasonable instruction and co-operating 1

with council policy and procedure.

A copy of the Competency Handbook is available on the Central Highlands Regional Council
website under ‘Careers with Council’.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

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1. This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. Council will regularly review
position descriptions and appropriately update them to ensure that they relate to the job
being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. Where
appropriate, employees will be consulted on the changes and employees are expected to
participate in consultation.

2. Whilst employment is in the position described in this document it is understood that
employment is with Central Highlands Regional Council. In the event of organisational
change or restructure, council may require employees to undertake other roles for which
they are qualified and capable of performing.

3. Employees may be required to undertake a variety of duties not related to their substantive
role in the times of disaster or significant exceptional operational circumstances.

4. All employees are responsible for making and keeping records in accordance with
legislation, information standards and other relevant guidelines and procedures.

5. Failure to maintain any licence or qualification, which are a condition of your employment,
may result in demotion or termination as council is unable to guarantee your transfer to a
position not requiring said licence/qualification.

Please sign below if you have read, understood and accepted the responsibilities of this
position as outlined in this position description.

Name
…

Signature Date
…

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