$98,265 - $105,798 pa (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)
Flexible working arrangements available including WFH and Fortnightly RDOs
Who we are Surf Coast Shire in Victoria – includes the towns of Aireys Inlet, Anglesea, Lorne, Moriac, Torquay and Winchelsea and is a flourishing municipality.
The shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation and showcases unique environments from the coast to the hinterland – towns and villages with their own cultures and lifestyles. The charm and values of a coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, visit and experience an exceptional quality of life.
The Regional Australia Institute has ranked Surf Coast Shire among Australia’s top 10 connected lifestyle regions for innovation, and a Queensland University of Technology study ranked it among regional Australia’s top five creative industry hotspots.
Surf Coast Shire Council services the community, striving to be innovative, flexible and committed to business excellence. As a workplace Council provides opportunities to do meaningful work that benefits our community, and offers the chance to add to a great team culture. Our workforce is representative of the towns and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful, and connected to Council’s purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive.
We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.
Job Description
Your new career This role sits within Council’s Engineering Design & Compliance team within the Assets and Engineering Department and is focused on the following tasks:
Supporting the Coordinator Engineering Services & Design
Undertaking concept and detailed design work for civil infrastructure including roadworks, pathways and drainage
Providing advice and information on engineering design matters
What you will bring to the role To be successful in this role you will have:
strong design skills
good understanding of civil infrastructure and standards
the ability to work in a multi-discipline team
a willingness to learn and contribute to the team
strong communication skills
Key selection criteria
Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements
Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification (Qualification check conducted))
Experience in municipal or civil engineering field of minimum two years.
Experience in civil design.
Experience in Microsoft Office, Auto-CAD, Civil-Site & Civil- 3D.
Hold Professional Engineering Registration or have reasonable arrangements to obtain it.
Other mandatory requirements
Current Victorian driver’s licence
Construction site safety induction (white) card.
You have the Right to live and work in Australia.
A current WWCC
Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.
Desirable qualifications and experience
Experience in Local Government
Previous experience in a similar role with 2 years’ experience.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, recognised professional standards relating to traffic management and civil engineering.
What you’ll love working with us Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:
Flexible working arrangements including working from home and Fortnightly RDOs
Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
Purchase of additional annual leave
Free onsite parking
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For more information More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description here.
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Harry Rehal, Coordinator of Engineering Services and Design on 5261 0600.
How to apply Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:
cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria
copy of your resume.
Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 9 February 2025.
Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.
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