Vacancy Details

Technical Officer Aquatic Facilities (3570) – Permanent Full Time

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 350 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role

Livingstone Shire Council is currently looking for our next Technical Officer Aquatic Facilities. This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate who has a relevant qualification such as project/contract management, a trade qualification or has equivalent experience working in a similar role. 

This role has the opportunity to make a positive impact on the Livingstone Shire community through overseeing the operations and maintenance of our beautiful foreshore, lagoon precinct and Council’s aquatic facilities. 

If you have substantial experience in contract and project management, sound negotiation and conflict management skills and either possess or are willing to complete relevant qualifications in swimming pool and spa services, submit an application today!

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Relevant qualification (for example, project/contract management or trade qualification) and/or equivalent experience working in a similar role;
  • Substantial experience and demonstrated knowledge of contract and project management of aquatic facility operations and building and maintenance management;
  • Possess or have the ability to obtain a Certificate IV in Swimming Pool and Spa Services;
  • Sound knowledge of relevant statutory requirements/legislation and solid understanding and practical experience in conducting risk assessments for project and maintenance activities;
  • Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and
  • Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver licence.

Benefits:

  • Annual Salary - $94,341 QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5;
  • 12% Superannuation;
  • Relocation assistance available;
  • Work/life balance with a fortnightly RDO;
  • Salary Packaging Options;
  • Professional development opportunities;
  • Generous leave benefits; and
  • Supportive and friendly team. 

Please supply any releavant qualifications/ tickets or licences with your application. 

 

Applications close Monday, 9 December 2024 at midnight (AEST). 

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.