[3 Days Left] Project Engineer

Cook Shire Council is seeking a motivated and qualified Project Engineer to join our Infrastructure team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of Council’s capital works and major maintenance projects across the region.

You’ll be responsible for planning, managing and delivering a variety of civil engineering projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and within budget.

Why choose Cook Shire Council?

- Be part of a supportive and professional team contributing to the future of Cook Shire.

- Work on meaningful projects that enhance community infrastructure and livability.

- Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.

- Competitive salary aligned with skills and experience.

What you'll be doing

- Lead and manage capital works and maintenance projects from initiation to completion.

- Prepare project plans, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments.

- Oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with specifications and WHS standards.

- Monitor project budgets and prepare monthly financial and progress reports.

- Contribute to the development of Council’s infrastructure strategies and capital works programs.

- Prepare and review funding submissions, contracts, and technical documentation.

- Liaise with key stakeholders including consultants, contractors and government agencies.

- Provide specialist engineering advice to management and councillors.

What we're looking for

- A degree in Project Management and/or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

- Proven experience in project management and civil construction, ideally within local government.

- Strong knowledge of contract management, tendering and cost control.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools.

- Current “C” Class Queensland Driver’s Licence.

- RPEQ registration or eligibility to obtain.

- Current Construction White Card.

- Experience in local government project delivery.

Applications should be submitted online.

Applications will now close 10:00am Monday 10 November 2025. Don’t miss your chance to apply

Job reference

CSC144

Location

Council's Depot Administration Office – 31 Charlotte Street, Cooktown

Full time – 1 year fixed term contract

Remuneration

Qld Local Government Industry (Stream A – Division 2, Section 1) Award – State 2017 Level 6 – 7 dependent on qualifications and experience

$93,200 to $105,300 per annum + locality allowance

Leave Entitlements

5 weeks annual leave; 15 days personal leave

Superannuation

12% Superannuation contributions

Cook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workplace. Indigenous community members and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Local applicants are strongly encouraged, but international candidates may be considered if no suitable Australian workers are available. No less favourable terms or conditions will be applied to overseas nominees. All applications are assessed on merit.

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified. Cook Shire Council will be assessing applications as they are submitted, so get in early.

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