PIPE SURVEY TECHNICAL OFFICER

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: City Standards, Construction, CityWide Services

Salary Range: Band 4 ($86,107 - $92,436) + superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 12 months (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed).

Location: Green Square, Fortitude Valley / Regional Operations Centre, Eagle Farm

Our Business

Infrastructure Services brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.​

Our Branch

City Standards provides high quality and value for money construction, maintenance and services to Brisbane ratepayers. The work undertaken by City Standards teams plays a big part in enhancing Brisbane's liveability.

The Role

As a Pipe Survey Technical Officer, you will support the management and delivery of both planned and unplanned pipe survey programs for stormwater drainage networks.

Working closely with the Pipe Survey Coordinator and the field survey teams, you will help coordinate day-to-day survey activities, from scoping and assessing pipe survey requests to planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting on work. 

Key Accountabilities: 

• collaborate with your team leader to meet performance standards and foster a culture of excellence
• provide technical support and role-model customer-focused behaviour while working with various stakeholders, including community groups and government agencies
• interpret drainage plans, conduct desktop and field investigations, and prepare instruction sketches to ensure survey work is done to required specifications
• ensure compliance with WH&S legislation and continuously improve WH&S practices across all survey activities
• prepare clear and accurate reports and technical advice to resolve asset management issues related to stormwater drainage networks
• monitor and report on the completion of work, ensuring compliance with job briefs and budgets
• survey stormwater drainage networks in line with Council policies and Queensland Government legislation, obtaining necessary permits as required
• maintain technical expertise in stormwater pipe inspection methods, providing advice on appropriate techniques and resolving quality or timeliness disputes
• work in accordance with relevant policies and legislation to maintain operational standards. 

To be successful you will have: 

• ability to lead and set clear expectations, support individuals, and provide regular feedback to monitor and enhance team performance.
• strong experience in civil engineering management, with a solid understanding of construction principles and practices for stormwater drainage network surveying, adhering to relevant standards and policies.
• demonstrated capability in creating job scoping documents for minor engineering works, managing and delivering stormwater drainage asset management programs within budget constraints and future needs.
• ability to prioritize and manage workloads, working independently and collaboratively with stakeholders to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality outcomes and excellent customer service.
• exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict management, to facilitate effective communication with all stakeholders.
• knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn corporate software applications used for asset management and reporting.
• hold or be willing to acquire Confined Space Entry and Operating Breathing Apparatus tickets (would be highly regarded)

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

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How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

This role requires a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.

For more information: Please call Gema Santos on 7 3178 1863

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 05 August 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.