An exciting opportunity has become available for a high performing individual to join the Engineering & Technology branch of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in the role of Engineering Manager for the Structures unit. As an Engineering Manager (Structures), you will work in a high performing, collaborative, team-based environment and participate in a range of activities that lead, support and deliver the Structures program of work across all functional areas of the team.

Job details

As an Engineering Manager (Structures), you will lead and participate in activities which may include: structural assessment, design review, lifecycle asset management, risk management, asset monitoring, structural and material assurance activities and governance. You will draw on your comprehensive structural engineering experience to ensure departmental structural assets are managed over their full life cycle and optimised to deliver value for money robust and fit for purpose infrastructure. This role will involve leading the development of improvements relating to lifecycle management of structures including assessing relative risk and priority of structural maintenance work and renewals reflective of levels of service. Drawing upon your engineering experience you will also contribute to the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) and other funded delivery programs. You will demonstrate the ability to lead, strategically analyse and deliver on a range of engineering activities. You will be responsible for taking a lead on technical and sustainable aspects of asset management of existing bridges. You will manage a small team involved in structural inspections, the development and review of repair and rehabilitation solutions, technical approval and implementation of a lifecycle asset management plan.

To perform the role effectively you will demonstrate proactive and responsive leadership and team management as well as interface regularly with various colleagues, clients and stakeholders both within TMR, other government agencies and private industry. You will employ high level communication and project / program management skills as well as sound negotiation and organisational skills.

So, why join us?
Imagine being challenged daily, given clear paths for professional training and career development and having the ability to work on interesting and innovative projects.

You will be working for:
• an organisation that connects Queensland through integrated transport systems
• a department that contributes to the well-being of the larger community
• an employer that values your talent, skills and knowledge and encourages you to excel in your chosen field.

We can offer you other benefits such as:
• a flexible 36.25-hour working week
• work and life balance including flexible work arrangements
• generous superannuation (employer contribution of up to 12.75%)
• salary sacrificing.

For more information on this exciting role and for details on how to apply, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Applications may remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/559264/24

Closing Date: Thursday, 9 May 2024

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 208KB)
  
  
  559264 24 - Role Description (Word, 361KB)