As one of Western Australia’s most important and historic regional cities, the City of Albany is an innovative, progressive and considerate Local Government committed to providing exceptional service to the local community. Employing over 450 staff, and with a commitment to a diverse workforce, the City continues to create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to grow and succeed.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, qualified, and people-driven individual to join the City of Albany team in the position of Manager Engineering.
This key leadership role reports to the Executive Director Infrastructure, Development and Environment and contributes to the overall strategic asset planning and delivery of infrastructure assets capital works for the City of Albany.
Leading the assets and civil infrastructure teams this role will see you responsible for:
Fostering a positive team culture using strong emotional intelligence to effectively manage interpersonal relationships and understand diverse perspectives.
Developing and maintaining the City’s Long Term Financial plans for Infrastructure Assets.
Overseeing the development of designs and contract documentation for capital works programs in accordance with asset management plans.
Overseeing the performance of design consultants, contractors and suppliers ensuring the City is receiving the required level of service, quality and value for money.
Providing engineering expertise whilst ensuring that sustainability objectives are considered in project development and delivery.
Desired Skills and Experience
For further information about this role, candidate requirements and how to apply, please refer to the Position Description, Advice for Prospective Applicants and Conditions and Selection Criteria documents linked below.
To be considered for this role candidates must clearly address the selection criteria outlined in the Conditions and Selection Criteria document below.
If you have any queries or require further assistance, please contact the People and Culture Team via peopleandculture@albany.wa.gov.au or on 6820 3110. Role related queries should be directed to Paul Camins at paul.camins@albany.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6820 3942.
What We Offer: The City offers some great benefits including flexibility in when and where you work to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:
Superannuation co-contributions of up to $4,500 per financial year
Professional development opportunities,
Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Discounted ALAC Memberships
Festive leave days
Employee recognition program
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Novated Leasing (where applicable)
The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
