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SalaryDesign Planning Officer
Infrastructure Services / Capital Delivery
Permanent Full Time
LGO Level 5 - $84,725 pa cash component plus superannuation
Hervey Bay
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program - Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a driven Design Planning Officer to significantly contribute to the creation of our concept plans, detailed designs, and documentation for civil infrastructure projects.
This pivotal role is responsible for the delivery of engineering concept plans, detailed design plans and documentation for civil engineering infrastructure utilising external consultants and own design capabilities and skills.
If you are meticulous in creating designs, estimates, and drawings in alignment with briefs for diverse civil structures to incorporate innovation and industry best practices, we want to hear from you.
Please for a full Position Description
What you should have to apply:
- Diploma (or above) in Civil Engineering, or recognised equivalent
- Experience in a Civil Engineering (or similar) role
- White Card
- Experience with Microsoft Office and relevant Engineering Software
- Outstanding work ethic
- Driven to succeed
- Be willing and able to follow instructions, including complying with written procedures
- Possess good interpersonal skills in order to provide excellent customer service and work effectively as part of a team
- Queensland Class "C" drivers' licence
- Learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
- Study assistance program
- Reward and recognition
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Program
- Vaccinations
- Paid emergency service leave
To be considered applicants must supply:
- Cover letter explaining your suitability for the role
- Resume
11pm Wednesday 24 January 2024
For further details please contact Craig Bottcher, Manager Design on 4197 4628 during business hours only.
Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.
Some information about our Region:
If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!
Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.
Before starting your application:
Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.
Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
