Fleet Technical Officer

Fleet Technical Officer (Ref: 1224)

About the position:

The Fleet Technical Officer is responsible for updating and maintaining fleet assets data in the City’s integrated business intelligence system (IBIS), continuously looking for efficiencies and cost saving through data analysis. Additionally, the position will provide high quality support to Fleet Services branch by assisting in the data collection of fleet technical specifications and tender documents. The Fleet Technical Officer will oversee the administrative functions of the GPS system and software as well as provide high quality customer service to internal and external customers with respect to fleet related enquiries.

Key accountabilities:

• Maintain and cleanse fleet assets lifecycle data including repairs and maintenance information, scheduling of works, commissioning and decommissioning details, permit applications, insurance register and disposal information in IBIS regularly, ensuring information is entered accurately and is up to date.
• Build and compile reports to monitor and analyse fleet assets lifecycle and financial performance to track progress and maximise fleet management opportunities, as well as finding operational efficiencies, cost saving and minimise time lost.
• Monitor and analyse defect information and pre-start records to detect and report future trends.
• Assist in maintaining legislative compliance for all plant and equipment.
• Assist with managing the utilisation of fleet resources through the GPS and pool car systems.

To gain a better understanding of the role or to discuss the position qualification and experience requirements in more detail, please call Brad McLean, Manager Fleet Services on (08) 9956 6988.

Position requirements:

The applicant will ideally hold a Diploma in Business Administration or lesser qualification with demonstrated previous experience in administering a vehicle fleet. Additionally, they will have strong attention to detail with sound technical knowledge to seek efficiencies in fleet administration. Furthermore, the candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications with ability to learn new computer programs quickly.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary ranging from $78,497 per annum to $82,745 per annum will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days per annum
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm Friday 7 March 2025.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER