Infrastructure Planning Engineer

$108,846 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-time
Infrastructure Planning, Infrastructure Operations and Delivery
Bundaberg Region 

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. 

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. 

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Regular rostered days off 
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

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 Infrastructure Assets team.

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)

To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

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.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Qualification Check as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1229. 

Applications close on Sunday 23 February 2025, at 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 the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.