Applications Officer Roading - Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover (Applications Close 2 September 2024)

A Bit About The Role Working within the Roading team, you will be responsible for effectively managing all road corridor access applications, including over dimension permits on behalf of Council, utility applications and stock underpasses.
You will also assist the roading team with contract administration, preparing contract document sets, etc., and providing impeccable customer service by replying to public enquiries in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of information.
This is a full-time role, covering parental leave until the end of November 2025. Who are we looking for?
You will have a strong customer focus and people skills, be detail-focused and possess great organisational abilities.
Previous experience within a contractor or roading environment is preferred, along with experience working on Corridor Access Requests and knowledge of the National Code of Practice for Utility Operators' Access to Transport Corridors.
What We Can Offer You You will work in a friendly atmosphere and in a role that offers both challenge and variety.
Based in Ashburton, our district will provide you and your family a lifestyle unrivalled by most with Mt Hutt and Lake Hood at your doorstep and Christchurch just down the road.
Benefits Of Being Part Of Our Team Include Professional development opportunities Flexible work options available Health benefits Birthday leave and the ability to purchase additional leave.
Brand new Library and Civic Centre building in the heart of the CBD.
Sociable & family-friendly work environment.
A Bit About Us We are proud to provide services and support to one of New Zealand's fastest growing and thriving communities.
With a fast-paced and changing community, we have an array of interesting projects and initiatives we are delivering to our residents.
We have a diverse and passionate workforce with over 300 employees spanning all Council activities and we are dedicated to delivering only the best to our community.
If this sounds like your ideal role, then we'd love to hear from you.
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