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UPPER LACHLAN SHIRE COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE FOR THE POSITON OF: ROAD SAFETY & TRAFFIC ENGINEER PACKAGE

UPPER LACHLAN SHIRE COUNCIL

Information Package For The Position of

Road Safety & Traffic Engineer

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CONTENTS

1. Employment Application Procedures Part 1

2. Employment Application Form Part 2

3. Position Description Part 3

4. General Employment Information Part 4


UPPER LACHLAN SHIRE COUNCIL

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Part 1


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UPPER LACHLAN COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in the Road Safety & Traffic Engineer in the Infrastructure Department position with Council that was recently advertised. All applicants are must complete and submit the following: Part A. Completed Application Form (Attached Below) Please complete all the details and provide a telephone number so that Council may contact you during working hours, should you be successful in gaining an interview.

Part B. Response to the Selection Criteria (Essential and Desirable) You must provide a written response to all of the Selection Criteria (Essential and Desirable) as provided in the Position Description below on page 15. You are required to demonstrate how you meet each essential as outlined in the position description. Part C. Resume You must attach a copy of your updated resume providing an introduction. The resume must contain your employment history explaining activities performed and must include a list of qualifications obtained. It is preferred to have a photo in the resume. Part D. Cover Letter You may wish to add a cover letter explaining your motivation for the application. Council may not consider your application for an interview if response to the application form (A), response to the selection criteria (B) and resume (C) is not provided.

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Part E. TRAINING / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Please provide details, supported where appropriate with copies of certificates, of training and professional development courses completed.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their resume with the application. Do not attach any original documents, as they will not be returned. Part F. INTERVIEWS Interviews will held in the near future at the Upper Lachlan Council Chambers, Crookwell and applicants successful in obtaining an interview will be contacted by telephone. Applicants unsuccessful in obtaining an interview will be advised in writing after an appointment has been made. Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to seek constructive comment and feedback on why their application was unsuccessful. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Upper Lachlan Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and promotes a smoke free work environment. FURTHER INFORMATION An information package, application form and further information are available by contacting me. Previous applicants need not apply. Applications for the position close Monday 25 May 2020.

Yours faithfully

Kevin Nopare Kara Kevin N Kara Human Resource Coordinator [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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UPPER LACHLAN COUNCIL

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM

Part 2

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PART A –

UPPER LACHLAN COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

FOR THE POSITION OF ROAD SAFETY & TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN THE

INFRASTRUCTURE DEPARTMENT

PERSONAL DETAILS

Mr./Mrs./Miss/Ms

Surname: …………………………… Given Names: …………………………………

Address: …………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………

Telephone: Work: …………………… Home: ……………………

Facsimile: Work: …………………… Home: ……………………

E-mail Address: …………………………………………………………………

Drivers Licence Class: ……………………

Envelope to be addressed to; General Manager

Upper Lachlan Shire Council

PO Box 42

GUNNING NSW 2581

And endorsed: Application for Road Safety & Traffic Engineer

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PART B – EDUCATION

School/TAFE/University Standard/Course Yr. Completed

PART C – REFEREES

Referee Address Telephone

PART D – TRAINING / PROFESSINAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES

Course Provider Yr. Completed

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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR

ROAD SAFETY & TRAFFIC ENGINEER

Part 3

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Upper Lachlan Shire Council

Position Description INF 13 Position: Road Safety and Traffic Engineer Division: Assets and Design Reports To: Manager of Assets and Design Incumbent: VACANT Salary Range: Grade: 11 Step: Min

CONDITIONS

In accordance with Local Government State Award as amended from time to time, Industrial Agreements and Council’s Policies, Practices and Procedures as amended from time to time. Hours: 35 hours per week Travel: As required in the shire, and occasionally external to the shire Flexible Hours: 9-day fortnight Vehicle: Council owned vehicles are available for official business use.

POSITION OBJECTIVES

Lead the Provision of Road Safety, Traffic and Parking design, planning and investigation services to Council;

Lead the provision of effective and efficient provision of road safety audits, deliver road safety programs, Asset, Traffic and Parking data compilation, traffic facility design, funding application and lead the coordination of Local Traffic Committee meetings;

To provide traffic, parking, safety and transport comment and advice on development applications including State Significant Development (SSD).

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KEY TASKS

Responsible for the management and regulation of traffic, parking and transport

infrastructure;

Responsible for traffic related funding applications, including State and Federal Government grants e.g. National Black Spot Program;

Responsible for the management and undertaking of basic traffic studies and minor access studies;

Develop Council’s event policies related to traffic, parking, safety and access in consultation with stakeholders;

Take measures to ensure legislative compliance related to traffic regulation including the implementation of load limits on Council infrastructure;

Undertake road safety audits and produce written reports and recommendation for consideration by Council;

Responsible for collation, analysis and investigation of road crash data and prepare remedy actions for Councils consideration;

Produce basic design drawings for traffic and road safety schemes;

Assess and provide recommendation on National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) applications;

Prepare, assess and approve Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Control Plans associated with Council’s projects in accordance with applicable standards;

Assess, review, prepare and implement temporary traffic management measures for special events;

Provide consultation, technical investigation, and design services to Council for:

• Traffic, parking and transport infrastructure;

• Road user requests for services and Road Safety Audits;

• Ancillary road works including regulatory and warning signs;

• Other engineering works as required by Council.

Undertake Roads and Maritime Road Safety funding Program in consultation with supervisor;

Research, consult, plan and prepare specifications and estimates for transport projects;

Provide traffic and transport advice on Development Applications in a timely fashion;

Maintain a register of public gate approvals and regulatory road signage;

Provide formal reports to supervisor, Council, and Local Traffic Committee;

Act as Council representative on internal Committees or external organisations when requested;

The incumbent is required to attend and participate in various meetings including:

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• Council’s Local Traffic Committee;

• Team meetings;

• Any Committees or Council Meetings requiring traffic, safety and transport advice.

Provide strategic and operational advice on traffic, safety and transport advice and recommendation to Council for decision making;

Maintain close liaison with relevant statutory authorities including Roads and Maritime Service, Centre for Road Safety, Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure and other related funding agencies

Provide suggestions for improvement of policy and make recommendation to Councils WHS Committee.

Any other duties which are assigned by Manager giving consideration to the incumbents knowledge, skills and competence

POSITION PARAMETERS

Authority and Accountability

Responsible for completion of basic tasks with individual guidance or in a team.

Responsible for completion of regularly occurring tasks with general guidance on a daily basis.

Responsible for work requiring independence in the application of skills, subject to routine supervision. Responsible for quality of work function;

Judgement and Problem Solving

Judgement is required to follow predetermined procedures where a choice between more than two options is present.

Option on how to approach tasks requires interpretation of problems and may involve precise judgement in operational areas.

Skills in assessing situations and in determining processes, tools and solutions to problems. Guidance is available.

Specialist Knowledge and Skills

Job specific skills and knowledge would normally be gained through on-the-job training and experience.

Application of skills, including machine-operation skills, following training "on the job" or accredited external training over a number of months.

The number of work areas in which the position operates makes the work complicated and a variety of skills are required in its completion. Position may require competence in operation of complex machinery.

Positions will have demonstrated competence in a number of key skill areas related to major elements of the job.

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Management Skills

Some guidance/supervision may be required. May assist a coordinator / trainer with on-the-job training

Supervisory skills in the communication of instructions, training and the checking of work may be required.

Interpersonal Skills

Frequent communication with other staff and/or the public common but normally at a routine level.

Skills required for exchange of information on straightforward matters.

Skills are required to convince and explain specific points of view or information to others and to reconcile differences between parties.

Selection Criteria: Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Engineering qualifications (Bachelor or higher) and at least 1 years’ experience working in a relevant field;

Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation Australian standards and specifications and experience with Traffic, Parking, Road Safety and Transport planning and investigation;

Ability to read construction plans and assist in estimating costs, minor works, e.g. Incidents.

Demonstrated high oral and written communication skills;

Demonstrated ability to write reports and answer correspondence;

NSW Class C licence.

Desirable

Relevant experience and knowledge of Council assets including roads, bridges, drainage, footpaths, parking and ancillary items;

Bachelor Degree or higher qualification in Traffic, Road Safety or Transportation Engineering.

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CRITICAL PHYSICAL FACTORS

The following Critical Physical Factors are an indication of the types of duties expected

of an employee fulfilling this role. Employees and candidates should be aware that they

may be required to perform tasks up to and including these Critical Physical Factors as

an inherent requirement of their employment.

Ability to stand constantly

Ability to sit constantly

Ability to walk on uneven ground occasionally

Ability to climb steps/stairs occasionally

Ability to walk on ground with a gradient occasionally

Ability to twist from the lumbar spine occasionally

Ability to crouch and stoop occasionally

Ability to lift and carry up to approximately 10 kilograms occasionally

Ability to push/pull occasionally

Ability to perform fine manipulation with both the right and left hands repetitively

Ability to reach above shoulder height occasionally

Ability to reach below waist height, to ground height occasionally

Ability to extend the right and left upper limbs occasionally

Adequate grip strength and dexterity is required to maintain a variety of grasps

Ability to perform neck flexion occasionally

Ability to perform neck extension and lateral flexion occasionally

Ability to perform lower back flexion and rotation repetitively

Ability to perform lower back extension and lateral flexion occasionally

Ability to alternate between sitting and standing frequently

Ability to perform wrist and elbow rotation, flexion and extension repetitively

Ability to sustain vibration through the upper limbs occasionally

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WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY OBLIGATIONS

To assist Council supervisors and managers in identifying hazards at the workplace

To participate in the assessment of the risks associated with the identified hazards

Be aware of and follow the Council’s adopted risk management procedures when undertaking tasks and projects

Follow the reasonable directions of supervisors and managers

Not to interfere with or misuse any device or equipment that has been provided as part of a risk control measure

Report as soon as practical and without delay to supervisors any matter that relates to hazard identification or risk assessment that effects the Council’s capacity to ensure a safe and healthy workplace

Report as soon as practical and without undue delay any adopted matter that indicates that the risk management procedures are inadequate to control a risk

Report as soon as practical and without undue delay to supervisors any incidents or near misses that relate to work health and safety

In the event of a non-disturbance accident not to disturb or interfere with the accident scene other than to; rescue a person from the scene of the incident; or, take such steps as are necessary to prevent further harm to employees; or, render the scene of the accident safe for the purpose of inspection and if required WorkCover investigation

If requested respond and render assistance to any person who is working at a Council workplace who is suffering injury or illness

Council recognises the important contribution that employees make to ensure a safe and healthy workplace. Individual employees are required to:

Cooperate with Council as far as necessary to assist Council to comply with the statutory obligations under the WH&S Act 2011 and the WH&S Regulations

Report immediately any unsafe work practices to their supervisors

Report immediately any unsafe workplace condition that could place employees and other persons at risk

At all times follow the adopted risk management procedures

Wear suitable/correct Personal Protection Equipment for tasks undertaken

Attend all meetings/tool box talks where applicable

Implement correct Safe Work Method Statements SWMS for tasks being undertaken at all times

Where required maintain a written record of any/all the above

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ORGANISATION ENVIRONMENT – (ASSETS & DESIGN DIVISION)

The Assets & Design Division within Councils’ operations is responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, drainage systems, parks and gardens, airport and quarry operations.

The position is immediately report to the Manager of Assets & Design. The position holder must be able to work in a team environment.

TRAINING

On-going training through seminars and courses is necessary for this position to gain and maintain the skills and knowledge required to serve Council and the community in the Divisions area of responsibilities. A training plan will be developed and reviewed each year with the performance / competency assessment for the position holder

ANNUAL REVIEW

Each position holder shall be reviewed annually to assess performance, training needs and to identify significant changes (if any) in the position description.

PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

There will be at least one formal annual performance assessment by a supervisor. Performance assessment and monitoring of achievement of position objectives is an ongoing function of the position supervisor. The employee is expected to ensure that all key tasks and other task objectives as described in the position description are achieved and to report to the supervisor any likelihood of non-achievement in a timely manner or in accord with the specified performance measures.

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SALARY PROGRESSION CRITERIA – POSITION:

ROAD SAFETY & TRAFFIC ENGINEER

MINIMUM / ENTRY LEVEL FOR THE POSITION

The position holder will be required to possess essential skills that are necessary to undertake the basic requirements of the position.

The assessment of these skills will be on the basis of the application submitted in respect of the position and the known experience and qualifications of the applicant. Such information will be assessed against the defined tasks and parameters for the position.

STEP 1

Skills will be required to undertake all essential qualifications and experience requirements of the position and the acquisition/application of local and Council specific knowledge and operating procedures. The emphasis at this level will be placed on the demonstrated application of the skills and knowledge required of the position in terms of the specific work environment, policies/procedures/practices, etc.

Assessment of these skills will be based on the experience / qualifications of the position holder and their ability to apply skills defined in the position parameters.

The employee will be assessed against the following criteria:

Qualifications (Bachelor or higher) and at least 1 year experience related to Traffic, Road Safety and Parking;

Ability to read construction plans and assist in estimating costs, minor works, e.g. Incidents.

Demonstrated high oral and written communication skills;

Demonstrated ability to write reports and answer correspondence;

Basic knowledge of WHS and WorkCover regulations in relation to road maintenance/ construction and public safety.

Must hold current NSW White Card (WHS), and Orange Card - Traffic Control and Traffic Management Plan Accreditation

STEP 2

Will require the achievement of Step 1 and competency assessment in all of the following core level competencies:

Introduction to Road Safety Audit course completed;

To accurately take measurements and record Road Safety, Traffic and Parking investigations;

Demonstrated ability to act secretary and write clear, accurate and concise reports for Council and Council Committees;

Demonstrated knowledge of AS1742 as reports to Local Traffic Committee and Transport for NSW (RMS) Traffic Control Certificates;

Must hold at least Road safety Audit licence accreditation.

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STEP 3

Will require the achievement of Step 2 and competency assessment in all of the following:

Demonstrated ability to analyse data from Council’s Road Safety, Parking and Traffic Data for funding applications and reporting;

Working knowledge of the standards relevant to Council’s Assets e.g. ISO55000;

Knowledge of Councils’ asset management procedures around the inspection requirements for signs and line marking;

Knowledge and demonstrated experience in NHVL and assessment of applications;

Demonstrated knowledge of traffic, road safety and parking aspect of Development applications;

Qualify as a Road Safety Auditor registered in NSW.

STEP 4

Will require the achievement of Step 3 and competency assessment in all of the following:

Lead the provision of efficient, effective service to customers and resolve traffic, parking and road safety disputes (both from outside and within the organisation);

Demonstrated knowledge of Council’s safety, quality, environmental, traffic control systems and ability to provide and implement improvements to these systems.

Demonstrated ability to complete safety, quality, environmental, traffic control checklists as required by the supervisor;

Demonstrated ability to prepare, lodge, cost and implement blackspot project;

Demonstrated knowledge of Coordinator Asset and Risk when requested;

For this step not to be granted the supervisors must be able to show in what areas the requirements have not been consistently met.

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MAXIMUM STEP FOR THE POSITION Master Degree or higher qualifications in Traffic, Transportation or Road Safety

and demonstrated wealth of experience in Traffic, Parking and Road Safety;

To achieve this level the position holder must consistently show that they apply skills, competencies or expertise additional to that required for the position i.e. the employee provides superior knowledge and skill to the position. This step will be achieved by the attainment of agreed training / qualifications, efficiency and productivity innovative work solutions and continuous work improvement over an extended period of time. This step will be subject of determination by the respective Manager/Director and will be subject of definition on the achievement of Step 4 by the position holder.

CERTIFICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF CONTENT ABOVE

(This is both a certification and acknowledgment of the position as described by the position holder and the position holders’ supervisor.)

______________________ __________________________

(Signature of Supervisor) (Signature of Position Holder)

Date: ……………………… Date:…………………………..

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Part 4

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INDEX

1. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION

2. HOURS OF WORK

3. PAY ARRANGEMENTS

4. UNION MEMBERSHIP

5. PICNIC DAY

6. LEAVE PROVISIONS

7. INTERVIEW EXPENSES

8. REMOVALIST EXPENSES

9. TELEPHONE

10. VEHICLE LEASEBACK

11. SUPPERANNUATION

12. SOCIAL CLUB

13. WORKING ENVIRONMENT

14. COUNCIL STRUCTURE

15. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE

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1. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION As part of Council’s employment policy, all new employees are required to satisfactorily complete a medical examination undertaken by a practicing medical officer of the employee’s choice and at Councils expense. The results of the medical examination shall be kept confidential. The purpose of the medical examination is not to determine the success or otherwise of the applicants employment, and is in the interest of the prevention of industrial injury and to identify any existing injury or incapacity. 2. HOURS OF WORK The majority of Council’s salaried staff is employed on a 9-day fortnight of 70 hours per pay period. Council’s wages staff works a 9-day fortnight of 76 hours per pay period. 3. PAY ARRANGEMENTS. Employees are paid on a fortnightly basis with the pay being deposited directly into an account nominated by the employee. 4. LEAVE PROVISIONS All leave provisions are in accordance with the current Local Government (State) Award and all relevant federal legislation. Leave provisions include Sick Leave, Carer’s Leave, Annual Leave, Long Service Leave, Parental Leave (General), Requests for Flexible Working Arrangements, Paid Parental Leave, Concurrent Parental Leave, Adoption Leave, Other Paid Leave, Bereavement Leave and Leave Without Pay 5. INTERVIEW EXPENSES Council will pay reasonable travelling and out of pocket expenses to applicants attending an interview for the position and must be agreed prior to accepting the offer of interview. Should an applicant be offered the position and the applicant declines it, the applicant will not be paid travelling or out of pocket expenses. 6. TELEPHONE Should Council require the position holder to be contactable for out of hour’s emergencies and Council business, Council will provide a mobile phone under the current Council usage plan. In such cases Council may require the afterhours contact number to be listed in Council’s section of the telephone directory.

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7. SUPERANNUATION Superannuation is available to employees through their current or any approved fund of the employee’s choice. Council also pays occupational superannuation on the employee’s behalf. 8. SOCIAL CLUB A Social Club is available for employees. A small fortnightly contribution via the payroll is made which generally covers the cost of a Christmas function or similar function for employees and their partners. 9. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Council promotes a smoke free working environment for the general health of employees, and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 10. COUNCIL STRUCTURE Council is comprised of 9 elected Councillors and Ordinary Council meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month, commencing at 9.00am. The General Manager, Directors and some specialist staff are required to attend Council meetings 11. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE Council’s management structure consists of the General Manager and a Director responsible for each of the three departments. The management structure and key staff are as below. Executive General Manager Infrastructure Department Director Infrastructure Manager Infrastructure Delivery Manager Assets and Designs Finance & Administration Department Director of Finance & Administration Services Manager of Finance & Administration Manager of Library Services Manager of Tourism Human Resource Coordinator Environment & Planning Department Director of Environmental & Planning Services Manager of Environmental & Planning Services Manager of Regulatory Compliance & Biosecurity Services

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