Senior Planning Engineer

Are you ready to lead and shape the future of water and sewerage infrastructure in Mackay? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Planning Engineer to play a pivotal role in forecasting and managing long and short-term water and sewerage infrastructure investments.

The Role

As a Senior Planning Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to forecast water and sewerage infrastructure investment requirements, ensuring alignment with the current and future regional growth of Mackay. You will lead the development and implementation of an integrated asset management, prioritization, and costing model.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development and maintenance of water and sewer asset management systems.
• Provide assistance in developing a preventative maintenance program for strategic assets.
• Develop and oversee the 10-year Capital Plan for infrastructure upgrades based on master planning.
• Strategic Planning and Reporting
• Contribute to the development and implementation of programs to improve asset performance.
• Provide specialist advice on policy matters and contribute to the development/review of technical policies.

Essential Position Requirements: 

• Tertiary qualifications from a recognized university.
• Substantial experience in water and sewerage infrastructure planning.
• Management experience in human, financial, and capital resources.
• Current QLD 'C' class driver's license.
• High degree of initiative, judgment, confidentiality, tact, and discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of statutory requirements.

Special Requirements:

• Some out-of-hours work is expected.
• Site visits to construction environments.

To learn more about the key responsibilities and requirements of this opportunity – please refer to the attached position description.

Employee Benefits:

• Annual salary from $118,403. 
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible work arrangements 
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options 
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
• Active Social Club

Interested?

If you're ready for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, apply now to contribute to the water business's success in Mackay. Be a part of our committed team, driving positive change and ensuring the sustainability of our region's water and sewerage infrastructure.

Apply now by submitting a resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.