Civil Engineering Drafter

We’re looking for a skilled and self-motivated Civil Engineering Drafter to deliver high-quality drafting services from concept through to construction. In this key role, you'll manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, supporting all divisions of Council while ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies.

You’ll bring technical expertise, sound judgment, and strong communication skills to collaborate across teams and deliver accurate, well-documented design plans using Council’s Record Management System.

If you're ready to take ownership of your drafting work and be part of a dynamic, community-focused organisation – we want to hear from you!

About the role:

• Deliver high-quality civil engineering drafting services from concept design through to detailed construction plans.
• Manage multiple drafting projects independently, with minimal input from engineers or supervisors.
• Collaborate across all Council divisions, providing accurate information and technical support.
• Ensure all drafting complies with relevant policies, standards, and guidelines, using sound technical judgment.
• Utilise Council’s Record Management System for proper document registration and management.

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $74,572 per annum with competency-based increments up to $87,551 per annum, plus 12% super
• 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• A qualified individual with a Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting (or equivalent) and relevant drafting experience.
• Solid knowledge of engineering design principles across roadworks, drainage, water/sewer infrastructure, and structural detailing.
• Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (preferably AutoCAD) and the ability to manage multiple drafting projects simultaneously.
• A practical understanding of construction methods and relevant Australian Standards and design guidelines.
• Strong communication, organisation, time management skills, and a current car licence.

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.  
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles.  We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. 
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. 

Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes: 

Friday 1 August 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time).  Late applications will not be permitted.

Click here to view the Position Description 

TIPS for Addressing the Selection Criteria

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Pre-Employment Screening:

Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. 

Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:

• Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
• Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.  Click here for more information.

Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors.  Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.

How To Apply:

You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.

Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. 

1. Have your Resume document ready to go.
2. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. 
3. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'.
4. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application.

If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:

1. Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?
2. Do you hold a Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting or equivalent? Please describe.
3. Please describe your experience with engineering design for roadworks, drainage, water and sewer infrastructure, and structural detailing.
4. Please describe your proficiency in using AutoCAD or other computer-aided drafting tools. Please provide examples of projects you’ve worked on.
5. Please describe how your understanding of construction methods and Australian design standards has informed your drafting work.
6. How do you manage multiple drafting projects at once, and what strategies do you use to stay organised and meet deadlines?

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