Senior Geotechnical Engineer

• Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)
• Degree in Civil Engineering coupled with extensive experience, RPEQ desirable
• LGO 7-8 (ET scale may apply) ($100,884 - $134,748 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

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

This position will:

• Provide concept solutions and business cases with options in relation to identified transport infrastructure and geotechnical needs for 10-year capex plan.
• Liaise effectively with elected members, contractors, clients, other council staff and the general community in accordance with the principles and philosophy of customer service.
• Commit to the principles of excellent Quality and Environmental performance as evidence by continuing ISO accreditation and a focus on Best Practice performance.
• Ensure all work is completed to the Council Standards, Australian Standards, Austroads Guidelines and other associated standards.

About you

To be successful in the role you will have a Degree in Civil Engineering coupled with extensive experience, and a broad range of experience in design, maintenance and operation of civil and geotechnical infrastructure. Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) or associate degree Civil Engineering will be considered with extensive experience in civil engineer (geotechnical areas).

Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland or eligibility for corporate membership with the Institution of Engineers Australia (within 12 months) is highly desirable for Engineers. Technical staff should be eligible as an Engineering Technologist.

You will have extensive experience as an engineer with a broad range of experience in design, maintenance and operation of civil and geotechnical infrastructure, in particular, investigations of requests or complaints relating to geotechnical matters and knowledge and experience of civil and geotechnical design principles, guidelines, Codes of Practice and relevant State documents. You will also have knowledge and experience of geotechnical legislation in its application to the design and planning of civil and geotechnical infrastructure.

Your comprehensive knowledge and experience with current industry standards of practice, in particular Australian Standards, in the design, construction and maintenance of civil and geotechnical infrastructure will be clearly evident, as will your knowledge of standards and procedures used by external organisations when applying for state and federal funding.

You will require a Current “C” class drivers licence and a Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD).

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 7 April 2024

What We Offer

• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks 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
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• 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.

Attachments:
- N03150_Senior Geotechnical Engineer_Updated 06Mar24_PD.pdf