Team Leader Public Works And Permits

• Lead with purpose and join us in shaping communities through our Public Works and Permits team
• Full time with flexible work arrangements
• $103k - $116k per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team
The Public Works and Permits team at Glen Eira City Council ensures high-quality service delivery by inspecting construction work, issuing non-conformance and rectification notices to developers, and ensuring compliance with approved designs. They work autonomously within guidelines and legislative constraints to maintain public infrastructure safety and protect council assets during construction. This includes issuing relevant permits and ensuring compliance to safeguard road-related and drainage assets during commercial or residential development.

About the role
Our Team Leader Public Works and Permits plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of Glen Eira City Council's infrastructure and ensuring that development projects align with council standards. This position oversees the day-to-day activities of the team, guaranteeing that all tasks are executed efficiently and with a focus on delivering exceptional service.

Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Ensuring Council's required public works constructed by developers, utilities and other authorities are supervised and completed to Council Standards and satisfaction.
• Ensuring Council assets are enhanced, protected and reinstated after completion of developers and utility works.
• Asset Consent, Asset Protection and Vehicle Crossing Permits

About you
We are seeking a proactive and motivated leader well-versed in Public Works Construction programs, with experience in contract and project management. You will maintain effective ongoing relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders to achieve continuous improvements and resolve issues effectively.

The following is also required:

• A Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Eligibility for Membership of the Institute of Engineers.
• Experience in Public Works Construction, and Project Management with an emphasis on construction relating to managing contract, OH&
  S and construction supervision of Municipal Infrastructure projects including buildings and facilities.
• Well-developed computer skills relevant to Civil Engineering &
  Public Works, especially using Microsoft Windows Applications, CAD and Project Management Software.
• Knowledge in legal and technical framework related to issuing and processing of infrastructure construction related permits.
• Victorian Car Driver's License.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment Checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• New National Police Record Check
• Pre-employment medical assessment
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description

Team Leader Public Works and Permits - May 2024 - Position Description.Pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Anil Dhakal, Coordinator Permits and Development on or email

Closing date:
13 June 2024 at 11.55pm

What's on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including:
  people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact Grant Lea our Aboriginal Community Officer on T:
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We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.