Senior Design Engineer

Competitive Remuneration Package with Benefits
Engineering Services
Bundaberg RegionAbout UsAre you ready to join our team and build Australia's best regional community?Here at Bundaberg Regional Council, our vision is bold but simple, to build Australia’s best regional community. In order to achieve this, we’ve created a culture that’s centered on our core values. To be a Council that is customer-focused, respectful and prides itself on teamwork, diversity, sustainability, and innovation.Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.About The OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our team in playing a crucial role in the execution of Bundaberg Regional Council's Civil Design and Capital Works Programs. In this position, you will be responsible for reviewing and certifying civil designs for roads, drainage systems (including nature-based solutions), sewerage infrastructure, and water supply infrastructure, ensuring they meet relevant standards and industry best practices. You will also provide technical advice, direct supervision, and mentoring to technical staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment. Additionally, you will be instrumental in reviewing, developing, and maintaining design systems and standards to ensure the efficient delivery of capital works projects across the Bundaberg Region.Join us and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of our community's infrastructure with your expertise and leadership.About You

• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)
• Experience in the design of Civil Infrastructure including production of working drawings and associated documents
• Relevant qualification/s recognised as suitable for a corporate membership of Engineers Australia
• Advanced level knowledge and experience in using computers and various software packages including Civil Engineering Software (Eg, 12D, AutoCAD), GIS (Eg, Arc, MapInfo), the Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and storm water design software such as XP SWMM/Storm, XP Rathgl and Rafts
• Advanced interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients, stakeholders, consultants and staff
• Ability and knowledge of the production of reports and accurate design records in accordance with relevant design standards and quality assurance system principles
• Ability to supervise and provide engineering advice and support to design and survey teams and other work groups within Council

What we offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
• Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supportive team
• An all-inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone feels valued

The Selection ProcessWe celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Qualification Checks as part of the recruitment process.How to ApplyTo apply or find out more about the or our and our visit our webpage.Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 11:30 pmThank you for your interest in this position. We look forward to receiving your application.