Position Title:
Classification:
Position No:
Incumbent: / Team Leader Transport
Band 7
3571501
Vacant
Directorate:
Department:
Section: / City Development
Development Services
Engineering Services
Date:
Prepared by: / April 2014
Engineering Services Coordinator
Banyule City Council / Banyule City Council is an award winning organisation that prides itself on a customer-focused culture of innovation, best practice and continuous improvement. We uphold an enviable reputation for customer serviceand work diligently to maintain high quality services to provide the best possible opportunities and outcomes for the community we represent.
Departmental Overview: / Development Services looks after all the ongoing development proposals in the Municipality and incorporates the Statutory Planning unit, the Building unit and the Engineering Services unit
Position Objectives: / To supervise the traffic management and the strategic transport planning functions of the Engineering Services Unit and provision of development for traffic and transport related projects for Council’s capital works program and any external transport related programs as required.To provide an effective and efficient traffic management and transportation service.
Our Values: / In placing the customer first the following values guide how we work together as teams, and as individuals.
RESPECT each other
We act in ways which support each person’s dignity and worth
Have clear PURPOSE
We work with consistency, direction and clarity, even in a changing environment
Take OWNERSHIP
We act with integrity, being honest, responsible and accountable for our actions
Seek OPPORTUNITY
We innovate and take initiative, open to experiencing new things and celebrating our achievements
INVOLVE others
We engage and include others, seeking to understand one another and communicate well
Key Responsibility Areas: /
  1. Ensure the investigation and resolution of traffic, parking and transportation issues raised by the general community, Council and other internal Departments are carried out in an efficient, timely and professional manner. Including investigation, consultation, and assessment of options, development, design and implementation of solutions.
  1. Ensure the provision of professional, timely and accurate traffic and transport engineering information and advice to the general community, Councillors, the Engineering Services Coordinator and other Council Departments.
  1. Provide leadership, guidance and direction for staff working on projects assigned to the Transport Team.
  1. Ensure the effective and timely delivery and development of Council’s Transport related annual Capital Works Program and external funding submissions as required. Including detailed design for construction handover.
  1. Lead the development and deliver the implementation of transport strategies and their associated action plans for Council’s adoption, including meetings and public consultation as required.
  1. Ensure the provision of specialist traffic management advice in relation to new developments especially subdivisions and more complex developments as part of the planning approvals process.
  1. Ensure the preparation of accurate and timely traffic management and transportation reports to Senior Management and Council.
  1. Represent Council on various committees, at public meetings and other forums in relation to traffic management and transportation.
  1. Provide assessment input and guidance in relation to internal and external project bid submissions or project briefs and tender preparation.

Flexibility / Our Enterprise Agreement encourages workforce flexibility and acknowledges:
  • That change in the workplace is ongoing and a degree of flexibility needs to be inherent in order to operate efficiently and respond to customer needs.
  • Commitment to improving the skills and competencies of staff by offering opportunities wherever practicable to transfer or rotate throughout Council and providing training as necessary to fulfil the position.

Organisational Relationships: / Position Reports to:Engineering Services Coordinator.
Supervises:Senior Transport Engineer, Transport Engineers, Special Projects Officer, Project Engineer, Technical Officer, as required, External traffic and design consultants, as required.
Internal Liaisons: All Council Employees
External Liaisons: Federal, State and Local Government Agencies, Statutory Authorities, Consultants and various groups and individuals from private enterprise and local community.
Accountability and Extent of Authority: / This position is accountable for the effective management and efficient delivery of traffic and transport services; for being an effective team leader on Council’s traffic management and transportation related projects, for participating in the development of traffic management or transportation policy with a focus on sustainable transport initiatives and behavioural change; for assessing and reviewing functional layout plans and engineering designs for traffic projects to ensure they meet accepted traffic standards and are safe; for advising the Engineering Service Coordinator on matters likely to impact on the traffic and transport management service.
The position is also accountable for ensuring the provision of professional, timely and accurate traffic and transportation engineering advice and recommendations to Senior Management, Council and the community.
Judgment and Decision Making: / This position is authorised to supervise staff and resources (including engaging external consultants), make decisions and take actions on matters relating to traffic management and transport issues subject to Council’s policies, objectives and budgets with review from the Engineering Services Coordinator.
The position is authorised to sign all correspondence relating to Traffic Management issues. However, matters of a sensitive or “political” nature are to be discussed with the Engineering Services Coordinator.
Specialist Knowledge and Skill /
  • Ability to provide quality traffic and transport management service for Council.
  • Ability to solve traffic management problems through analyses, discussion, negotiation and teamwork by applying established and accepted engineering techniques and principles.
  • Ability to undertake complex investigations.
  • Ability to represent Council in dealings with external liaisons.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and accounting/financial procedures.
  • Ability to prepare complex traffic management reports and correspondence.
  • A very good knowledge of the Local Government Act, VicRoads guidelines, Austroads and other specific transport related documents.
  • A very good understanding of established Civil Engineering practices and principles, Council’s policies and practices, relevant Australian Codes, Standards and Guidelines and community expectations and requirements.
  • An appreciation of major traffic management and transportation issues and an understanding of Council’s long term goals, values and aspirations.

Management Skills /
  • Excellent time management and administrative skills to balance competing priorities to achieve Council’s goals and objectives.
  • Management of staff and resources including consultants in relation to traffic management issues, including the planning and organising of work undertaken by staff. Understanding of relevant personnel policies and practices.

Interpersonal skills: /
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and public relations skills.
  • Ability to gain cooperation and assistance from and consult and negotiate effectively, impartially and successfully with all internal and external liaisons.
  • Be committed to quality customer service and have an enthusiastic, flexible and results orientated attitude to the role.
  • Ability to discuss and resolve specialist traffic and transport management issues and problems with counterparts at other Councils and VicRoads.
  • Ability to be an effective team leader.
  • Ability to look at the “broader picture” in evaluating and implementing traffic and transport management solutions.
  • Ability to motivate and develop staff.

Qualifications and experience: /
  • Degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic Management or an equivalent Engineering qualification recognised by the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
  • Extensive experience in Local Government Engineering with a high content of traffic management.
  • Completion of additional training or studies in staff management and Municipal Engineering.

Key Selection Criteria
(Candidates please address this section in your covering letter)
  1. Demonstrated ability to manage employees within a complex environment and manage budget and capital works programs.
  1. Ability to undertake complex and sensitive tasks and to provide accurate and timely advice on transport related matters.
  1. Experience in researching analysing and applying creative thinking and problem solving within area of responsibility.
  1. Sound knowledge and understanding of land use and transport strategies of all tiers of government together with substantial knowledge of legislation, process and practices relating to transport systems and planning by all levels of government.
  1. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in strategic transport engineering, planning and traffic management for roads, public transport, walking and cycling.
  1. Demonstrated skills in the preparation and implementation of transport strategy plans and traffic management policies.

Environmental and Sustainability Requirements: /
  • Adhere to Council’s Environment Policy and Environment Strategy
  • Adhere to Council’s Sustainability Code of Practice and Environmental Purchasing Guidelines

OH&S and Other Risk Requirements: /
  • Ensure a safe and healthy environment by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Council’s health and safety system and health and wellbeing program.
  • Exercise reasonable care to prevent injury to him/herself and others whom may be affected by his/her duties and actions.
  • Exercise due care for Council property for which this position is responsible or issued.

Banyule Management System: /
  • Conduct all work according to the requirements of the Banyule Management System, incorporating the Banyule Management Manual and Service Unit specific Quality and Cost Standards and procedures.
  • The Banyule Management System incorporates Council’s Quality, Environmental and OH&S Management Systems

Council promotes diversity and equal opportunity in employment.

If you have a disability or require assistance or adjustment to participate fully in the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Human Resources team on 9490 4249.

SIGNED:______

DATE:______

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