Design & Projects Engineer
Closes: Jan 06, 2025
Department: Technical Services
Reports to: Manager Projects
Salary Range: $1,712 - $1,954 (including 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance) per 35 hour week + superannuation
As Design & Projects Engineer you will provide technical advice and develop a range of civil infrastructure projects, to ‘shovel ready’ status and deliver projects to completion. The Design & Projects Engineer is required to undertake field surveys of allocated engineering projects and to investigate, research, analyse and report on projects associated with new construction, rehabilitation or maintenance of Council’s Civil Infrastructure assets. Projects will predominantly be in the areas of urban and rural roads, footpaths, kerb and gutter, piped and open channel stormwater drainage systems, culverts, causeways, bridges, and structures for parks and gardens.
You will prepare detailed geometric designs and environmental assessments, organise or conduct pavement, geotechnical and structural investigation as required for construction or rehabilitation of infrastructure assets, prepare tender and quotation documents including technical specifications, estimates and schedules of quantities for engaging external contractors and consultants, and co-ordinate delivery and implementation of civil projects in accordance with contract specifications.
You will be required to liaise with key stakeholders to resolve civil design issues, assist with grant submissions, undertake assessment of traffic and drainage impacts associated with development applications and investigate and report on customer work requests as required.
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This position is located in the beautiful town of Coonabarabran, known as the Astronomy Capital of Australia, which is midway between Melbourne and Brisbane and is known for its beautiful landscape and stunning night skies. The town has medical services, excellent schools, a variety of sporting and social clubs and a thriving tourism Industry. With the nearby Warrumbungle National Park, which is also Australia’s first Dark Sky Park, there is plenty to do and explore whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation.
Selection criteria include:
- Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (recognized by Engineers Australia) and/or significant experience in a relevant field
- Specialist knowledge and demonstrated competence in the following areas:
• Civil engineering – design, construction and rehabilitation
• Engineering surveying
• Geometric road design
• Project management skills
• Tendering and government procurement requirements - Class C NSW Drivers Licence
- Demonstrated competence in the use of design software such as AutoCAD, CivilCad and/or Advanced Road design
- Experience in the following areas is highly desirable
• Pavement design
• Simple structural designs
• Drainage design (including hydraulic calculations)
• Investigation, design and reporting of water supply and sewerage reticulation
• Traffic management
• Engineering assessment of development applications
Benefits of working for Council
Council are committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Monthly RDO
- Support for training and professional development
- Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
- A generous relocation allowance may be available
- Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges
- PPE provided
- Generous uniform allowance
About Warrumbungle Shire Council
Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran.
With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.
At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. We are an EEO Employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 5 January 2025.
For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.
Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.
