Senior Technical Officer

Senior Technical Officer - Parks and Gardens

• $59.15 per hour + superannuation
• Contract through to January (contact extensions applicable)
• WFH Flexibility
• Brisbane based

Duties

• Coordinate repairs, maintenance, and related correspondence for various assets within Council parks across the city
• Prepare written correspondence in response to complaints relating to asset failure in parks, requiring maintenance or repairs.
• Key assets include playgrounds, fitness stations, dog off-leash areas, fencing and vegetation management.
• Develop job briefs and seek quotes
• Evaluate quotations received and execute minor procurement tasks if required e.g. prepare a contract for a contractor to sign if works are at a certain value.
• Monitor issued works to contractors to ensure successful completion against defined outcomes.
• Investigate and resolve complex issues relating to park asset management and repairs
• Primary systems are SAP, Council mapping software and Microsoft Suite
• Taking personal responsibility for development, performance, and outcomes.
• Managing relationships with contractors, internal teams, community members, and other stakeholders.

Skills and Experience

• Financial and project management capabilities
• Ability to consult, advise, and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve business outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with your team leader to meet agreed performance standards.
• Experience in infrastructure (preferably parks) maintenance/repairs/management.
• Ability to coordinate delivery of services (maintenance, minor projects).
• Investigating and solving complex technical issues in parkland management.
• High-level communication skills and the ability to influence decisions.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume and cover letter - word format is preferred.

If you have any queries, please contact Tom Conway on 0491 293 993 or tom.conway@randstad.com.au

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