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SalarySpecified Calling Level 3 $120,087 - $141,355 pa MRWA EBA + 11% superannuation
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Perth
Closing Date:
2024-02-12 1:00 PM
Why Work With Us?
People and businesses rely on our roads to get to work, home and around Western Australia.
As the WA State Government Agency responsible for safely managing the State’s road network, Main Roads Western Australia is committed to connecting people and places by delivering integrated and intelligent transport systems and services and providing safer roads and better journeys for our customers.
With a rich history dating back to 1926 and an exciting future ahead, Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s also about people. Our services are delivered through the dedicated efforts of our talented, passionate, and dynamic employees, who are located in regional and metropolitan offices throughout the State.
Whatever stage of your career, we are dedicated to helping you reach your potential, both professionally and personally, so that together we can achieve ours.
In addition to our competitive salary and 11% superannuation, some of the benefits to working with Main Roads include:
- Attractive leave provisions
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing focus
The Structures Engineering Branch, who facilitates the management of the State’s bridge assets, is looking for an engineer who is skilled and experienced in waterways technical services to join the team as the Waterways Engineer.
The key deliveries and responsibilities of this role include managing and undertaking hydrological and hydraulic analyses of waterways assets (which includes bridges, culverts, and floodways) and maintaining waterways corporate standards, guideline manuals, specifications, and records. Other key deliverables include preparing design briefs, collecting, and collating flood data, undertaking research in relevant fields, and contributing to the branch business plan.
About You
To be successful in this role it is essential that you have substantial experience and knowledge in the waterways analysis and design of bridges, culverts, and floodways, as well as knowledge of guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements.
In addition to your technical skills and experience, the branch is seeking an individual who aligns with Main Roads values, has effective communication skills and who can build and maintain positive relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Should you wish to build your future and grow as a person and a professional, think about a career with Main Roads Western Australia. If you possess the skills and this position interests you then we encourage you to apply.
Find Out More
For job specific information/for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Eric Cheung on (08) 9323 4402– not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For any general enquiries and/or assistance with your application, contact Thao Le Ho on (08) 9323 4147 or email
Once you are ready, click the ‘Apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to .
Submitting Your Application
Please submit the following documentation as part of your application: * A copy of your Degree in Civil Engineering. If your Degree was obtained overseas, please also submit the Australian equivalency (originals will be required upon commencement).
- A copy of your current Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence.
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A statement outlining the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages.
- Rural and urban catchment analysis and flood estimation methods and techniques, including hydrological run-off routing methods.
- Hydraulic design of bridges, culverts, floodways and open channels using 1-dimensional and 2-dimensional hydraulic computer modelling programs.
- Current standards, guidelines and federal and state regulatory compliance requirements in waterways design.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Thao Le Ho on (08) 9323 4147 or email
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and obtain a satisfactory National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.
Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.
