Drainage Engineer
Job No:
BAW539
Location:
Drouin
• $105,483 - $118,035 per annum + 12% superannuation
• Permanent, full-time opportunity with monthly RDO
• Flexible working options including a hybrid working model.
Are you an experienced Drainage Engineer looking for your next challenge? Baw Baw Shire Council has an opportunity within our experienced Growth Area and Subdivisions team. In this position you will utilise your strong communication skills, providing expert advice and solutions to a range of stakeholders using your extensive knowledge of stormwater management and infrastructure for planning permits.
About Baw Baw Shire Council
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
As a Drainage Engineer, you will be responsible for providing specialist stormwater management advice and outstanding service to internal and external stakeholders on a range of infrastructure matters. You will provide recommendations on infrastructure for planning permits within Baw Baw Shire. It is crucial for you to build positive relationships with the community and professionals within the land development industry.
Another key aspect of this role is the ability to effectively communicate, as well as to produce technically sound engineering solutions and concise verbal and written communications.
About the Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will be a qualified and experienced engineer or has extensive experience in local government engineering, who is proactive and eager to play a part in positively shaping Baw Baw’s future. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we want to hear from you!
Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire
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 is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
• Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
• Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
• Career development opportunities.
• Study/development assistance.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
• A thriving Social Club.
• Close to Public transport.
• Ample free parking nearby.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 5pm Sunday 19 October 2025 and must be submitted through the application form below.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
