Shoalhaven City Council

Senior Surveillance Officer

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $91,148 - $104,698 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Located at Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra
• Applications close Tuesday, 12 May 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role
Shoalhaven City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Surveillance Officer to lead and manage site surveillance functions within the Project Delivery team.

In this role, you will provide Council's on‑site representation across a wide range of civil infrastructure, building and open space projects, ensuring construction works are delivered in accordance with approved scopes, specifications, contracts and legislative requirements. You will lead and support the Surveillance team, work closely with Project Engineers and Project Managers, and play a key role in monitoring quality, safety, environmental and technical compliance on site.

Reporting directly to the Manager, Project Delivery, the main responsibilities of this role include:

• Provide effective site representation as Council Officer across a range of projects.
• Follow processes and protocols in compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies and procedures and ensures that risks are managed.
• Assist new, upgrade or renewal works in accordance with delivery programs, from inception to completion and handover.
• Assist with associated planning, investigation, consultation, design, procurement, scheduling, cost, and budget requirements.
• Ensure Council's contracts and services are provided in accordance with all relevant legislation and standards including WHS and Environment and Quality standards.
• Surveillance of works and take appropriate action to ensure conformance by the contractor with contract specifications.
• Assist Project Engineer and Manager in day-to-day project work including but not limited to maintaining a cost variation register, assessing payment claim quantities and drafting letters/correspondence, procurement, risk identification, review of contractor's management systems.
• Provide professional/specialist advice to the Project Delivery Manager to ensure the delivery of quality, accurate, and timely responses to the community and Council.
• Ensure the application of relevant construction -specifications (AUSSPEC) by Contractors when undertaking works for Council. Ensure correct implementation of environmental, traffic and safety controls.
• Ensure applicable Legislative requirements on-site are fulfilled by Contractors undertaking works for Council.
• Liaise with Council Staff within the Department and within other Departments to obtain or communicate information relevant to the contract works.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Diploma in Building, Construction, Landscaping, Engineering (or equivalent qualification and / or experience in a similar role).
• Demonstrated experience in a range of Construction Delivery functions including procurement, time, cost, quality, and contract surveillance.
• Current NSW General Construction Induction card (white card) or acceptable interstate alternative
• Minimum NSW Class C driver's license
• Proof of right to work in Australia

This position suits a construction or engineering professional who enjoys being actively involved on site, providing technical oversight, mentoring staff, and contributing to the successful delivery and handover of infrastructure projects that support the Shoalhaven community.

How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Please briefly describe your site surveillance experience on complex construction or infrastructure projects

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 3203.

Applications Close: Tuesday, 12 May 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Beorn Hulme - Manager Project Delivery - 02 4429 3305

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.