Graduate Engineering Officer (Ref: 1348)

About the position:

This position provides engineering support across the Infrastructure Services department with a focus on engineering investigations, roads in compliance with MRWA guidelines to regional road network and asset management, capital works, and asset creation proposals, including funding applications.  The role will also assist with civil design, drafting and estimating, and sustainability and environment initiatives.

The Graduate Engineering Officer will gain exposure to many aspects of the infrastructure life cycle, including initial investigations, inception, planning, design and construction and maintenance of infrastructure including roads, paths and drainage systems.

Key accountabilities:

• Provide technical and engineering support to the Infrastructure Services department including site inspections, engineering investigations, feasibility studies, risk assessments, asset management and submiting written reports.
• Liaising with MRWA, WaterCorp, MidWest Port, and other organisations related to their needs and City development project needs.
• Assist members of the public with engineering and safety related enquires.
• Support the engineering team in resloving any engineering issues as required.
• Assist in the delivery of infrastructure and sustainability strategies.
• Assist with investigations to support the preparation of infrastructure grant applications including: Regional Bicycle Network, Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme, and road project grants.

For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

To gain a better understanding of the role or to discuss the position qualification requirements in more detail, please call Bertram Dantanarayana, Principal Engineer on 08 9956 6969.

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will ideally hold a Diploma, advance Diploma or progressing towards a Degree in Civil Engineering/Design or a related discipline. Applicants with significant experience in the design and preparation of civil drawings in 12D and/or AutoCAD including project cost estimating will also be considered.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary range between $72,450 – $82,745 per annum will be offered dependent on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications of the successful candidate as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm Friday 5 July 2024.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER