Senior Engineer (Floodplain Risk Management)

Neighbouring the Queensland capital of Brisbane, Ipswich is both the state's fastest growing area and oldest provincial city. It is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of livability and opportunity.

Ipswich City Council currently employs more than 1500 people and promotes a work place culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership. Council teams operate across a range of industries delivering a wide range of services to the community, with one common purpose:

‘To proudly enhance the quality of life for our community'

We achieve this by embedding our values in all that we do. Our high performing teams are making a positive difference in the community and you can be a part of history in shaping the future of this region, which is a catalyst for major growth.

About the role

As the Senior Engineer (Floodplain Management) you will be part of the Emergency Management Section and will play a key role to:

• Coordinate the development, implementation, reporting and evaluation of the Council's local floodplain management plan to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to floodplain management including aspects of flood risk planning, preparedness, forecasting, mitigation, and community resilience.
• Ensure that Council has the operational capacity and capability to deliver hazard analysis and support during weather and flood events.

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Substantial ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve organisational outcomes, and to maintain and foster good relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and customers.
• Approach floodplain management passionately, innovatively and with agility
• A degree in Engineering (Civil or Environmental) leading to eligibility for graduate membership of the Institution of Engineers, Australia
• Believe in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

About the benefits

This is a permanent full-time role at Level 8 with a salary commencing at $121,294 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%

• Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
• Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance
• Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities
• Employee health and wellbeing programs
• Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options
• A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more

Apply now

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Please apply online and submit:

• a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
• a resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 16 February 2024

Face-to-face Interviews are proposed to occur on Wednesday 21 February 2024 at Ipswich.

Please direct any related questions to Matthew Pinder via *******@ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.