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Salary Package: from $137,093 to $143,259 per annum plus super - housing negotiable
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The City of Karratha has been and continues to be a powerhouse of economic growth for Western Australia and the nation. With strong foundations of a rich cultural heritage and a globally significant resources sector, the City of Karratha is fast developing a reputation as an important regional centre and a desirable place to call home for an increasingly diverse range of visitors and residents. For further information, please visit www.karrathaiscalling.com.au
We are offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced and self-motivated professional to join our team as the Principal Community Planning. This position is based in Karratha, offering an attractive salary and a range of other benefits including, but not limited to:
- Housing
- Allowances
- Six weeks annual leave
- Wellness program
- 13% Superannuation
- Monthly ATO’s
The Principal Community Planning is responsible for planning and implementing the City of Karratha’s future community infrastructure projects, focusing on community and recreational projects that will strengthen liveability and support community wellbeing.
This role includes a responsibility to develop feasibility and business case assessments, as well as facility and service concept plans, cost estimates, a funding strategy, a procurement strategy and a project program to deliver the necessary community infrastructure project.
The role extends to the preparation of funding applications, consultant contract oversight and where appropriate, the conduct of planning studies in-house. Other responsibilities include assisting develop benchmarks, standards and policies related to community infrastructure and ensuring policies and standards are applied to projects.
The successful person will possess:
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience in town planning, civil engineering, construction, project management, or related discipline
- Experience with capital work project management and a knowledge of strategic planning, construction management or community infrastructure
- Experience in implementing policies, procedures, and administrative systems relevant to project management or Local Government
- Current C class driver’s licence
- National (or Federal) Police Certificate, no more than 6 months old
- Construction White Card (desired)
Applications are to include a CV, completed application form, and a covering letter (max 2 pages) indicating your ability to meet the role requirements.
For enquiries about this position, please contact the People & Culture team on (08) 9186 8543.
Applications are to be received by no later than 4.00pm, Tuesday 6th February 2024. They are to be emailed to hr@karratha.wa.gov.au or sent via post to PO Box 219 Karratha WA 6714.
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