Parkes Shire Council

Project Engineer

• Become part of a progressive and respected team that values safety and innovation, with a community focus
• Enjoy a competitive salary circa $95,000 - $110,000 plus super and a host of great benefits
• Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that promotes continuous learning and career development

About the Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is looking for a full-time Project Engineer to join our team in Parkes, NSW. This role will provide technical and administrative support for Council's engineering activities and project delivery. This role provides for a variety of experiences within the Operations Directorate of Council and will include project supervision of new and existing assets including roads, bridges, drainage and other Council assets.  

Parkes Shire has a diverse range of developments and projects that provides this role a breadth of exposure and autoimmunity not available in many other Project Engineer positions. This is an opportunity for you to develop and challenge technical and practical skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. 

In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide engineering support and supervision for project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Prepare, document, tender, evaluate, award, and administer Council and TfNSW contracts, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare estimates, monitor costs against budgets, and prioritise works.
• Implement and/or develop safe work procedures, quality checks, and environmental checks for projects.
• Provide technical advice to Council staff, communicate with managers, staff and contractors, and recommend improvements to existing methods and techniques. 
• Evaluate and hire contractors per Council policies, and oversee contractor performance.
• Monitor project performance, prioritise tasks to meet milestones, and support the Construction Manager.
• Undertake other duties as required. 

Further information about the role can be found in the Project Engineer Position Description.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need: 

• Degree in civil engineering (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in civil construction, contracts management or project management role.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing, tendering, and administering contracts.
• Strong financial management skills.
• Knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering principles, regulations, and industry best practice. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Competence in project management and engineering software including Microsoft 365.
• Current and maintained NSW Drivers Licence.
• SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card)

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Postgraduate qualifications in project management, engineering or a related field.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia or a similar professional body.
• Previous experience in a civil construction management role in a Local Government context.
• Understanding of sustainable construction practices and environmental management principles. 
• Experience managing complex contracts, including dispute resolution and contractor performance monitoring. 
• Experience supervising or leading a team in a project environment. 
• Experience conducting compliance audits for projects and ensuring adherence to specifications and regulations. 
• Knowledge of TfNSW specifications and procedures, including RMS prequalification processes. 
• Knowledge of the role and functions, and responsibilities of Local Government. 

This is a role for a proactive and diligent individual eager to contribute to the vital services that keep our community infrastructure operational and safe. We are looking for someone who embodies our values of integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

The role has been evaluated as being Grade 16 of the Council's salary structure and offers a competitive salary circa $95,000 - $110,000 per annum  (depending on skills and experience) plus super and salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.

Benefits of working at Council include:

• Leaseback vehicle available
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellness days off per year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave options
• Relocation assistance includes 40% reimbursement of removalist costs upon commencement and a further 40% reimbursement after 18 months of service. 
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development.  We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.

Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community.  As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver.  We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community. 

We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.

For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!