Physical Health Assessment - City Works Maintenance Crew

 Job Task Analysis - City Works Maintenance Crew

• Join us in making a difference by contributing to community safety
• Help maintain high‑quality public spaces while working collaboratively within a supportive team in City Works
• Full time opportunity commencing 1 July 2026
• $81,188 - $93,494 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
• Location: Dingley Village Depot

About the team:

The Civil Maintenance team is a part of the City of Kingston City Works Department, which is responsible for maintaining Civil Infrastructure throughout the municipality. This includes an extensive network of Roads Footpaths and Drainage assets which require both reactive and proactive maintenance to ensure the safety and enjoyment of Kingston’s residents.

About the role:

We are seeking applicants to join the Civil Maintenance Team in the role of Road Maintenance Operations Officer, commencing from the 1st of July 2026.

The role of the Road Maintenance Operations Officer is to supervise the team’s service contracts and coordinating civil maintenance activities by contractors.

This position is accountable for assisting in the management of civil asset service contracts, proactive maintenance programs and non-routine work within the municipality to ensure civil infrastructure assets are maintained effectively. 

Other Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with managing civil infrastructure maintenance related contracts to ensure that Council maintains appropriate service levels within approved standards and specifications, timeframes and budget.
• Assisting in managing and establishment of the teams’ service contracts, ensuring targets are met in a timely manner and within budget allocation with guidance from the Team Leader.
• Ensure that contractors are aware of and comply with all relevant policies, principles and legal requirements.
• Ensure that contractors are fully informed and resourced to carry out the tasks required and that all work undertaken meets Health and Safety requirements.

 Your Skills and Experience

• Thorough understanding of general municipal maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of civil construction and maintenance.
• Demonstrated skills to supervise and report on contractor performance and provide regular feedback.
• Completion of a degree or diploma with little relevant work experience or relevant experience in Civil Construction and/or Maintenance. 

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our career's portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries:

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Mark Ciavaglia acting Coordinator Civil Maintenance Contracts & Audits at mark.ciavaglia@kingston.vic.gov.au.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Benefits of Working at Kingston

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.