Senior Structural Engineer

• $98,435 pa + super (up to 12%) + leave loading + 9 day fortnight
  (increasing to $101,881 pa effective 1 July 2024)Qld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A,) - Level 6 of EBA5
• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Location: Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.

Are you a passionate professional in civil Structural Engineering, ready to be innovative and drive excellence in a newly created team?

As we expand our team to meet the demands of this thriving community, we are on the lookout for skilled individual who wants to make a significant impact.

Be part of a team that is instrumental in the growth and development of the City of Moreton Bay, the 3rd largest Council is Australia. The opportunity includes playing a pivotal role in the planning, design, and execution of landmark projects that define the transport network of the City of Moreton Bay. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring structural integrity, safety, and innovation in projects. 

About our opportunity

As our Senior Structural Engineer, you will provide specialist technical advice based on contemporary best practice structural design principles, relevant standards, guidelines and Council policies that is context sensitive and consistent.

You will have the opportunity to: 

• assist with the preparation of concept designs for transport structure solutions that respond to user needs and
• support the development and updating of relevant Council policy and design standards for bridge and civil structural components.
• provide technical input into the annual capital and operational works programs and assist in their review and update.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects and be a key player in our continued success.

About you

This is a new position within our Transport Engineering team and we looking for passionate people to bring their skills and dedication to the role. We are seeking someone who has experience in Structural Engineering planning and design with knowledge of contemporary best practice design principles and relevant standards.

You will have experience dealing with construction related issues relating to Structural Engineering planning and design.

You will hold a Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia. Being a registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is desirable but not mandatory and holding a Bridge Inspection Qualifications is also Desirable but not mandatory. 

Our Integrated Transport Planning and Design team are driven to achieving high quality results for our community. We are focused on delivering on our corporate values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability - we are seeking people who have an alignment with these values and this important work. 

As the third largest local government area in Australia, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!
• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• Our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

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Advertised: 13 May 2024 Applications close: 27 May 2024 23:55

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