[Urgent Search] Coordinator Construction Engineering

About the role

Join the City of Canning as a Coordinator Construction Engineering to coordinate the safe and effective delivery of road reserve construction and maintenance projects, and continuously improve methods of delivery to align with leading industry practices. This is a permanent full-time role within local government, offering stability and the opportunity to serve the community.

A snapshot of your new role:

- Enhance the overall performance of the construction team through strong leadership and building team capabilities

- Project planning, prepare cost estimations, provide technical advice and input into designs, coordinate resources and execute delivery of the annual construction program for roads, paths, and drainage works

- Delivery of works in accordance with the City’s Project Management Framework and Project Lifecycle Management (PLM), including developing Project Plans, project delivery models and associated project construction documentation, procedures, plans and subcontracts

- Demonstrate strong leadership in and commitment to health, safety and wellbeing of all City staff through preparation of safety management plans, risk assessments, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), and continuous site monitoring and auditing

- Manage procurement of all key construction tenders, ensuring procurement activities are planned and delivered, including developing contract agreements, requests for quotations, receiving, assessing, and recommending sub-contractors and suppliers and managing external contract resources, agreements, and purchase orders

- Work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment, developing and maintaining a high standard of services to both internal and external customers

Who we’re looking for

- Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent or substantive progress towards diploma and considerable (5 – 10 years) relevant experience

- Demonstrated experience in people leadership skills; able to support staff to ensure achievement of business unit objectives, either in a project or staff management capacity

- High levels of competency in using computer applications, including project scheduling, estimation and costing

- Valid “C” Class driver’s licence

- Construction safety card (White Card) with advanced understanding of safety practices and procedures, including experience and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

- Experience in project coordination of road construction projects

- Experience in quality management relating to civil construction works

- Experience in liaising with Main Roads Western Australia, Water Corporation, Atco Gas, telecommunication providers and other departments towards works approvals

- Experience in traffic management requirements

- High levels of technical experience, specification, design drawing interpretation and survey set out

- Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months validity)

Why apply for this role?

- A permanent, full-time position in a Tier-1 local government

- A genuine culture that encourages respect, working together and being inclusive

- Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off or ability to access a 9-day fortnight

- $119,121 - $133,786 per annum + super

- Matched super contributions up to 4%

- 17.5% annual leave loading

- City vehicle (conditional private use and contribution cost applies)

- Annual contribution to professional subscription fees (by approval)

- Free onsite parking

- Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skin checks and other well-being events

- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support

- Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes

Impact the Community

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people opportunities to thrive through work that makes a difference. We serve a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km, and are committed to equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply – Ready to hit the road with us?

To view the position description and complete an application, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY” (Resume & Cover letter). You may also contact David Janssens, Service Lead, Engineering Operations on 0435 551 705 for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5.00pm Thursday 25 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

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