Roads Supervisor

Our Council

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced applicant for the position of Roads Supervisor.

The primary purpose of the position is to contribute to the overall effectiveness of Council by supervising, controlling, monitoring and providing technical support on Council’s roads and rural drainage infrastructure.

To provide a high-quality level of customer service to Narromine Shire Council’s internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Certificate III in a Civil Engineering related field.
• Knowledge of asset management software such as “Reflect”.
• Demonstrated experience in the management and supervision of staff and contractors carrying out work on civil infrastructure assets of roads.
• Demonstrated experience in application of technical specifications, project scheduling techniques, project cost estimating and operational project management.
• Knowledge of and experience with Quality Assurance processes and systems.
• Experience in contractor management.
• Sound working knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including demonstrated experience using, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, project management software, email and internet.
• Ability to develop teamwork practices and progress to enhance decision making.
• Work Zone Traffic Control – Traffic Controller.
• Work Zone Traffic Control – Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plans.
• General Construction Induction White Card
• Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence.

It will be desirable for you to have: 

• Demonstrated understanding of GIS and GPS control of earthmoving equipment.
• Awareness of strategic planning of roads infrastructure.
• Experience in establishing and managing a budget that supports Council's strategic and corporate directions, including consultation with various work teams, accountability for expenditure and revenue, and participation in forecasting and budget management processes.

Special conditions:

• Commuting “to and from” work vehicle provided.  No private use. 

The details relating to this position are:

• The position is graded 14 within Council's salary structure
• The salary range is from $83,172 to $94,102 per annum plus superannuation. The salary step is determined by an annual competency assessment. 
• 38 hour working week applies. NSC has a RDO system whereby every second Monday is a rostered day off.
• Employment conditions are as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Narromine Shire Council promotes the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment
• Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion across our shire. People with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

How to apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess. 

Please refer to the attached Position Description for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria which all applicants must meet.

Pre-employment screening

Should you be shortlisted for interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment screening process as part of the selection process:

• A functional assessment (at Council's expense) including hearing and drug and alcohol testing
• Reference checks from your 2 work related referees
• Any other additional screening that may be relevant to the role
• Council will check the authenticity of certificates and qualification

Privacy Statement

As part of the recruitment process, Narromine Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Contact and notes

Enquiries: Peter van der Wel, Manager Infrastructure Delivery 02 6889 9999

Closing date: 5:00pm, Friday 17th May 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU CREATE YOUR ANSWERS IN A SEPARATE DOCUMENT (EG WORD) AND THEN COPY YOUR ANSWERS INTO THIS PAGE WHEN YOU ARE READY. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME AND BE PREPARED WITH YOUR RESUME READY TO UPLOAD WHEN YOU COMMENCE THE PROCESS.

Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application.