Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Planning
Job No:
BDBRC1137
Location:
Bundaberg
$108,846 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Engineering Services, Infrastructure Services
Bundaberg Region
About Us
Are you ready to join our team and build Australia's best regional community?
Here at Bundaberg Regional Council, our vision is bold but simple, to build Australia’s best regional community. In order to achieve this, we’ve created a culture that’s centered on our core values. To be a Council that is customer-focused, respectful and prides itself on teamwork, diversity, sustainability, and innovation.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.
About The Opportunity
Join our team as a Civil Engineer and make a significant impact on the infrastructure in the Bundaberg region. As a vital member of our Infrastructure Planning team, you'll play a crucial role in the development of asset renewal programs for roads, pathways, and drainage infrastructure.
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Assist in the development of asset renewal programs for roads, pathways, and drainage infrastructure based on best practice asset management systems, standards, and practices.
- Conduct condition assessments of these infrastructure assets.
- Contribute to the development of Asset Management Plans for Council's road, pathway, and drainage networks.
- Provide professional engineering advice within the Engineering Services section.
About You
- Bachelor of Engineer (Civil) qualification.
- Hold a current 'C' class drivers' license.
- Demonstrated high-level knowledge in the planning, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of road and drainage assets.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with a strong focus on customer service.
- High level ability to effectively communicate with other Council staff, Councillors, the community and other external parties.
- Registered Professional Engineer of Qld (RPEQ) in the Civil Stream or ability to acquire registration (desired)
- Experience in road and drainage asset management (desired)
- Experience in using pavement management systems and other asset deterioration models (desired)
What we offer
- An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
- 9-day fortnight roster
- Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
- Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supportive team
- An all-inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone feels valued
Join us in shaping the future of Bundaberg's infrastructure and enjoy a rewarding career with plenty of growth opportunities. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!
The Selection Process
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check.
How to Apply
To apply or find out more about the Position Description or our Benefits, Rewards and Recognition and our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy visit our Careers with Council webpage.
Closing Date: Monday, 13, May, 2024, 11.30 pm AEST
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on Monday, 13, May, 2024, whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. We look forward to receiving your application.