Contracts Supervisor

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.

About the Role

Provide high level maintenance, construction and asset management services for all road and related infrastructure assets (pavements, bridges, drainage, pathways and street furniture). Continuous performance improvement through leadership and employee engagement is a critical focus of the group. 

As the Contracts Supervisor, you will provide expert contract and procurement management advice to the team and the Manager. You will participate within a team that conducts investigations and undertakes research, identification and analysis of technical issues, defects and customer requests associated with assets related to the services delivered by the Infrastructure Services Department.  Including, but not limited to:

• Supervise contracts for the provision of goods and services.
• Undertake site inspections, audits and evaluations of contractor and subcontractor compliance with plans, specifications, and contract provisions.
• Provide technical advice in relation to pre-construction, construction and maintenance.
• Investigate Customer Requests related to contract performance, determine remedial actions, assess urgency or otherwise, and prepare cost estimates for the works required and ensure follow up action as appropriate.
• Ensure that all physical aspects of contracts are met and that service levels are being maintained.
• Assist with the review technical aspects of contracts and compliance with applicable standards.
• Make relevant recommendations for action and develop and promote the adoption of improved standards, practices, products and technology.

About you

• Working with road asphalt and understanding the technical requirements of road maintenance and construction, you will  have a comprehensive knowledge of TMR standards and specifications. An expert in the inspection of contractor and sub-contractor work, will ensure value and quality targets are consistently met.
• Qualifications such as a Certificate IV Civil Construction and White Card (CPCCOHS1001A - Work Safely in the Construction Industry) are a must. With additional Work Health & Safety, Traffic Controller certifications valued.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2024-2028.

For specific enquiries contact Hannah Connors during business hours on 0429 921 452.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.