Senior Engineer Drainage
Infrastructure Services / Engineering Services
Permanent Full Time
Individual Flexibility Agreement Level 7 - $104,856.00 Base Cash Salary
Hervey Bay

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our vision to Build Better Communities.

What we are looking for:

Are you a Civil Engineer specialising in Drainage?

Do you have an eye for detail, sound judgement skills with a natural leadership style and project management experience?

We are looking for a motivated and appropriately qualified individual with exceptional communication skills to lead Council’s Stormwater and Catchment team.

Please click here to view a full Position Description.

What you should have to apply:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (AQF Level 7 or above) or equivalent with a specialisation in drainage
• Experience in Hydraulic Engineering particularly involving stormwater and waterway systems
• Queensland Class “C” drivers’ licence

What’s nice to have:

• Membership with RPEQ
• Previous Local Government Experience

What our Council can offer you:

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements,
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• Study assistance program
• Reward and recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vaccinations
• Paid Emergency Services leave

Applications close:

11pm Thursday 24 September 2020.

For further details please contact John McLennan, Executive Manager Engineering Services on 07 4197 4526 during business hours only.

Some information about our Council:

Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.

Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.

Some information about our Region:

If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!

Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.

From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.

Before starting your application:

Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format.  PDF format is preferred.

Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.