An exciting permanent opportunity has become available for a Senior Inspector to join Transport and Main Roads within the Fitzroy district.
Achieve that work/life balance that everyone aspires to while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle with an abundance of spectacular and unique tourist attractions, including the beautiful Southern Great Barrier Reef. Don’t hesitate – apply today!

Job details

About us
With branches in Rockhampton, Mackay and Barcaldine and a site office in Emerald, the Transport and Main Roads Program Delivery and Operations (PDO) Central Queensland Region (CQ Region) looks after 9076km of state-controlled roads and about 1510km of the National Road Network. This role will contribute to the development and delivery of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP).
The CQ Region covers an area of about 604,824km2, approximately 34.9% of Queensland. Its landscape ranges from beautiful coastal areas adjoining the Great Barrier Reef and rainforests to the rugged outback with breathtaking rock formations. The region has an estimated residential population of 422,141 people.

Benefits
• Annual health & wellbeing reimbursement of $109.40
• 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Further learning and development support available through the Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS)
• Relocation assistance

The Role
In the role of Senior Inspector (Roadworks), you will manage the monitoring, auditing, evaluating and reporting on all elements of roadworks contracts and activities to ensure compliance with contract condition, standards, specifications and agreed levels of service. You will inspect routine, programmed, rehabilitation, line marking and reactive maintenance contracts, third party road corridor works such as public utility plant and developer works, critical incidents and declared disasters. You will ensure delivery of high standards of quality, economy, governance and safety are achieved.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Inspect the delivery of various contracts including, quality, environment, safety, traffic management, reviewing project priorities, and providing regular advice to the Superintendent on contractor performance.
• Conduct and/or manage audits of contractor's works, processes and quality records to ensure compliance with specifications and contract conditions.
• Maintain and/or manage the collection of detailed records (diaries, test results,
photos) and reports at a standard suitable for presentation in a legal environment.
• Guide and mentor inspectors in all aspects of roadworks, contract administration and risk management principles.
• Carry out needs surveys to identify infrastructure maintenance requirements and priority activities, including roadside hazard identification audits and make recommendations for remedial priorities.
• Use project management techniques and quality assurance systems, including the development and implementation of risk management and surveillance plans.
• Provide advice on matters relating to road construction and maintenance practices and standards.
• Provide operational on the ground support during critical incidents and disaster situations.

Mandatory qualifications and conditions
• A ‘C' class driver's licence.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

Desirable qualifications and conditions
• Certificate IV in Civil Supervision, or recognised equivalence

Requirements of the role
Demonstrates courage in making decisions, even when under pressure.
• Develops and sustains relationships to enable the delivery of customer-focused outcomes.
• Demonstrates respect and appreciation for legislation and policy frameworks.
• Applies a high-level understanding of contract administration
• Maintains a high standard of practice through the management and use of established processes and resources
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction and/or maintenance practices and principles

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/635171/25

Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 May 2025

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

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• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  635171 25 Role Description (Word, 575KB)
  Role Description