Senior Project Engineer

3 weeks ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Mount Alexander Shire Council Full time
Applications closing on 08 September 2025, 12:00 PM

Full time, ongoing
Band 7, $96,433 pa + Super

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 8 September 2025

Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.

The role

As a key member of the Engineering unit, the Senior Project Engineer is responsible for:

- planning, contract management and supervision of Engineering projects
- undertaking initial scoping of future projects and drafting reports
- reviewing and/or preparing project design briefs for engineering consultants
- the tender process for assigned projects, from document preparation through to evaluation and recommendation
- coordinating approvals and permits for civil infrastructure projects.

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Civil engineering registration in the State of Victoria
- experience in team management or staff supervision
- experience in civil design and construction, procurement and contract administration
- skills in problem solving, community engagement and project management
- a keen eye for detail and a desire to deliver excellent outcomes working with and for the community
- must have the right to work in Australia
- Annual salary increases
- Hybrid working options– work from home and the office
- Flexible working arrangements, including options for part time work and rostered days off
- Access to Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
- Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
- Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Phil Garner, Manager Engineering, on (03) 5471 1775 .

Please ensure your application includes:

- A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
- A copy of your current resume
- Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description
- A copy of your Certificate of Registration (Registered Professional Engineer) from the Business Licencing Authority
- A copy of your current Visa (if applicable)

As this is a re-advertised position, previous applicants need not apply.

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.

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