Graduate Engineer Design

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt. Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders. Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees. Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing. Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review. South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. About the role Based in Nanango Permanent Full Time $71K - $87K per annum + Allowances + Super Council is seeking a graduate to undertake engineering investigations, the design of Council’s civil capital works program and to provide engineering technical assistance in a professional and efficient manner. This position will assist with preparing engineering designs using civil design packages (AutoCAD, 12D, Drains) methods in accordance with the relevant standards, technical publications, guidelines and “best design” practice and prepare estimates of cost and necessary project documentation to facilitate the delivery of works. The successful applicant will have relevant experience with civil design, including surveying, drafting, project coordination and contract administration, and in preparing civil engineering designs, including roadworks, water mains and drainage designs. Mandatory Qualifications Tertiary qualifications or nearing completion in a relevant field (e.g. Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering) Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence. General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card). Benefits and perks Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)Up to 12% employer superannuation contributionAccess to Salary Packaging BenefitsAccess to Corporate membershipsAccess to Health and Wellbeing programs Skills and experience **Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application** Relevant experience with civil design, including surveying, drafting, project coordination and contract administration. Sound experience in preparing civil engineering designs, including roadworks, water mains and drainage designs. Proven ability in developing schedules as well as sound literacy and computer skills in software programs associated with civil engineering. Ability to establish work priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively within a team environment. Good communication focused on the provision of quality customer service, interpersonal and public relations skills. Lodging your application Please make sure your application includes: A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria. Current resume. Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description. Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 14 March 2025 Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply. For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100. #J-18808-Ljbffr