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Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Bankstown, New South Wales

Description

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Design Engineer to join our Asset Design team. This position will be responsible for delivering design documentation and cost estimates on assigned Capital works projects.

• The role will be offered on a Permanent full-time basis
  
  

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Carry out site investigations and prepare preliminary designs and reports in line with investigation
• Prepare detailed documentation for tender and construction.
• Prepare cost estimates related to design documentation and in line with project budget.
• Developing and fostering good working relationships across Council and with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Serve as a tender evaluation panel member in the selection of contractors and consultants.
• Developing and fostering good working relationships across Council and with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Participating in relevant meetings and committees.
• Participate in the responses to questions, requests, issues and concerns relating to Projects being delivered by Unit.
• For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.
  
  

You will have

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• C Class Driver's Licence (Provisional P2 minimum)
• WHS construction induction (White Card) certification
• Minimum 3 year's industry experience working at the level of professional engineer in the field of design
• Skilled in areas of survey, analysis, design and documentation of civil infrastructure.
• Experienced in the application of current Australian Standards in particular TfNSW, AUSTROADS,AUS-SPEC and Australian Rainfall and Runoff
• Demonstrated competency in the use of civil engineering software programs viz. 12D, AutoCad, AutoTurn, ParkCAD, DRAINS, and HEC-RAS.
• Well-developed knowledge of construction cost estimating and extraction of quantities for civil infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare REFs (Review of Environmental Factors) for design projects in accordance with EP&A Act of 1979.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) + CLA + 12% super.

• Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
  
  

What's On Offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
  
  

For more information, please contact Asad Asaduzzaman at Asad.ASADUZZAMAN@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
  
  

Applications close Sunday, 31 August 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.

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