Senior Civil Designer

Job No: BDBRC1154
Location: Bundaberg

Competitive Remuneration Package with Benefits
Engineering 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

We are looking for a Senior Civil Designer to assist in the delivery of Council's Civil Design Program and provide detailed investigations, design, drafting, cost estimating and specifications for Council's civil engineering infrastructure. This will include the production of construction drawings and associated documentation to enable efficient planning and delivery of Infrastructure to the community.

About You

  • Minimum Associate Degree in Engineering (or equivalent) from a Washington Accord accredited body with relevant design experience in municipal engineering
  • A minimum of 5 experience and knowledge in the design of civil infrastructure 
  • Proficiency with Civil Engineering Software (12d, AutoCAD), GIS (Arc, MapInfo), and stormwater design software (XPSWMM/STORM, XPRAFTS, 12d Drainage). 
  • High level of interpersonal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with a diverse range of clients, consultants and staff
  • Ability to produce reports and accurate design records in accordance with relevant design standards and quality assurance system principles
  • Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence and Construction Industry General Safety Induction White Card
  • Well-developed team member attributes and teamwork skills, and achievement in providing quality support and guidance to other staff. 
  • Detailed experience in Water and Wastewater design (desired)

What we offer

  • An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
  • 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

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 and Qualification Checks, as part of the recruitment process.

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: Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 11:30 pm 

Thank you for your interest in this position.  We look forward to receiving your application.

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