Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

What we offer:

• Full-time Permanent (38 hours/week Mon - Fri)
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave (FTE) with 17.5% leave loading
• Leading Hand Allowance
• Additional public holidays gazetted by TSIRC
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom

About the role

As the Divisional Engineering Officer, you will oversee the operations and maintenance of Engineering functions including: water, wastewater (sewerage) roads, drainage, parks, gardens, airports, seaports and other infrastructure assets of Council ensuring that there is a proactive approach to maintenance requirements and that there is a continuous commitment to work towards sustainability of the community and council infrastructure

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and organise the daily tasks for engineering officers by the utilisation of staff work plans in each of the Engineering Services functions.
• Ensure Aerodromes inspections and maintenance is undertaken as per Council procedures, CASA Regulations, Manual of Standards, circulars and guidance notes for the aerodrome. All defects and incidents are reported as per Council procedures, CASA Regulations, Manual of Standards, circulars and guidance notes for the aerodrome. Defects and Incidents must be reported to Councils Airport Manager immediately.
• Oversee the effective operation of the water treatment plant, pumping stations, water storage lagoon and associated plant and equipment in accordance with relevant regulations and operations manuals.
• Carry out routine inspections of all engineering assets, such as water supply pumps, by the way of visual inspections and discussion with relevant Engineering Officer.
• Document inspections and report to Operations Manager/Functional Manager including any defects detected immediately.
• Ensure the effective operation of sewerage pumping stations, sewerage treatment plant and the sewage reticulation system and that Environmental Relevant Activity License Conditions are adhered to. Ensure that any incidents and/or breach of license is reported to Functional Manager and relevant environmental authority.
• Attend and assist with training programs and provide instructions for and mentor engineering officers.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Leadership skills.
• Hold Current "C" class, Type "Provisional" or higher Queensland Drivers license is essential.
• Minimum of Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, Civil Operations or equivalent trade qualification (e.g. Civil Construction, waste) is desirable.
• Current Construction Industry General Induction Card is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Previous experience leading a team
• Good organisational skills

Applying:

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing how your knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications and personal attributes are most relevant to the position by Tuesday, 10 June 2025.

If you think you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we encourage you to still put in an application or call to discuss.

People from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who may have questions or concerns about the recruitment process or working with Council are encouraged to reach out and will be put in contact with our People and Wellbeing Team.

For more information:

Contact Jack Matthew, Engineering Operations Supervisor on 0400 089 864.