Senior Technical Officer

Senior Technical Officer
Open Space & Environment
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay

Stream A Level 5 - $93401 plus superannuation

• 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose ofBuilding Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

Due to internal progression were looking for a Senior Technical Officer to join our Parks Technical team. A varied and interesting position youll play a critical role in the overall success of our Open Space & Environment department.

What your day will look like:

Leading a small dynamic team youll work with our operational delivery areas and leadership team to develop and maintain our technical systems and processes. Your role is crucial in supporting the sustainable and efficient delivery of our Open Space and Environment business into the future.

• Supporting the continued implementation of a works management system across the business unit ensuring accuracy consistency and data based decision making;
• Ongoing maintenance of corporate spatial GIS and asset data;
• Leading the delivery of service and maintenance contracts;
• Assisting development of long term asset management processes;
• Contributing to development of Councils capital investment plans;
• Assisting to ensure Open Space and Environment outcomes align to Councils Corporate and Operational Plans supported by Councils Park Strategy 2041.

Please click here to view a full position description.

What youll need for success:

• Experience with technical systems including works management systems GIS and asset management
• Experience with end-to-end contract delivery for service and maintenance activities
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of the operational requirements of our Open Space & Environment teams

Whats nice to have:

• Local government operational experience in a parks and open space or related field.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture recognising your individual skills knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Monday 20th October 2025 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Justin Le Page Program Manager onor

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.