At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Project Engineer.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Project Engineer in the Infrastructure Delivery branch, and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

Experience the vibrant Dubbo community, where you’ll work alongside our reliable team, building lasting relationships while making a positive impact on the enhancement of our community through civil engineering projects! In this
dynamic position, you’ll manage project delivery from planning to execution and engage with clients and stakeholders, while ensuring
compliance with industry standards. We’re seeking a qualified Civil Engineer
with a passion for infrastructure development. If
you’re ready to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment,
apply now to shape the future of Dubbo!

You'll make an impact by:

• Developing, estimating, and
  delivering a variety of projects and programmes
• Preparing and delivering public consultation plans in relation to projects and programmes
• Managing the Road Maintenance Council Contract (RMCC) with Transport for NSW on Council’s behalf
• Regularly liaising with the Senior Projects Engineer, supervisors and systems office staff to facilitate efficient and timely project decision making
• Assisting management in providing branch input and implementing various strategic plans and documents

What you'll bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline and demonstrated sound knowledge and experience in civil engineering project/contract delivery
• Ability to supervise and manage staff demonstrating good teamwork, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated experience in project and contract management with the ability to organise and manage conflicting work priorities
• Well developed report writing and communication skills
• Class C drivers licence and RMS Prepare a Work Zone Traffic Management Plan ticket (or willingness to obtain)

We would also love you to have:

• Local Government experience
• Post graduate qualifications
• Experience in managing the RMCC on Council’s behalf and Transport for NSW contracts

Ready to make a difference?

Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $93,725 to $108,924. A leaseback vehicle is also available.

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Senior Projects Engineer on 02 6801 4833 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physcial requirements of the position.

Applications close 9:00am, Tuesday 5 November 2024.

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Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• Be acknowledged for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.