Principal Lead Civil

• Civil Management opportunity available
• Degree in Civil Engineering and RPEQ; coupled with high level of experience in design, maintenance and operation of transport, Traffic and Civil infrastructure
• Attractive salary package on offer plus generous entitlements

Why Choose Us

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.

We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.

Our organisation provides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.

We lead creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial and environmental shocks.

We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.

Townsville City Council is growing Townsville.

About the role

As the Principal Lead Civil you will report to the Team Manager Technical and Asset Planning Civil and Open Space and be responsible for the direction and overseeing of the Civil team, which provides technical advice on the performance, risk, lifecycle cost and remaining life of various Transport, Traffic and Civil infrastructure assets.

The position will ensure that the planning, concept development and design for upgrades and new civil projects along with any necessary reviews are carried out for either delivery or inclusion in the capital works plan.

The position will also ensure that the team responds to community requests relating to Transport, Traffic and Civil infrastructure issues, provides internal advice on related matters, and updates/develops any relevant policies and procedures.    

About you

You will have a Degree in Civil Engineering and RPEQ (or able to be achieved within 12 months) plus extensive experience in design, maintenance and operation of transport, Traffic and Civil infrastructure. Post graduate qualifications would be highly regarded.

You will be a manager, that is keen to get out in the business and have a presence and visibility with your team. You will be comfortable interacting with the community and responding to their requests.

Renowned as a strong leader, you may be currently working at this level or keen to ‘step up’ and leverage your career in Civil Construction.

You will have extensive leadership experience leading a team and motivating others to succeed along with comprehensive knowledge of design principles, guidelines, relevant documentation, environmental legislation and their application to the design and planning of civil infrastructure matters. Your knowledge of cadastral, land title and easement documentation as they relate to council policy and legislative requirements will be evident.

You will have advanced arbitration, negotiation and interpersonal skills, to enable the effective communication of acceptable and suitable outcomes with stakeholders along with an advanced standard of written communication. A “C” class driver’s licence is also required.

Why this Role?

Council provides a transport network in partnership with relevant state agencies to enable the community to travel across the region efficiently and safely for private and business purposes. This transport network encompasses over 1,800km of roads, 2,100km of kerb and channel, 540km of paths, 204 bridges and 1000 bus stops. Joining us gives you an opportunity to be a part of the team making Townsville a great place to live.

For someone who is keen for a new challenge and perhaps a lifestyle change to tropical North Queensland this is a genuine opportunity to leverage and broaden your experience leading a team with the largest regional Council in QLD. You will be given the space to develop personally and professionally, building a flexible career that works for you.

Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and must include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role. 

For further information review the Position Description. 

Closing Date:  11.45pm, Sunday 11 February 2024

What We Offer

• 4 weeks annual leave
• 10 days Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Active Family Social Club
• Flexible working arrangements

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au for a confidential discussion.