Civil Engineer for Development and Capital Works

5 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Public Sector People Full time
Civil Engineer Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineer to join our team on a temporary contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking engineering construction plan checking and approval of development applications, providing specialist advice in the areas of traffic and drainage for new development and capital works proposals.

About the Role:

  • Undertake engineering investigations and recommend/prepare engineering design solutions for internal and external customer enquiries, including drainage-related issues.
  • Provide direction and support to Team Leader Development, project engineers and surveillance officers.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Plan Checking and Approval: Undertake engineering construction plan checking and approval of development applications.
  2. Specialist Advice: Provide specialist advice in the areas of traffic and drainage for new development and capital works proposals.
  3. Engineering Solutions: Carry out engineering investigations and recommend/prepare engineering design solutions for internal and external customer inquiries, including drainage-related issues.
  4. Project Coordination: Take the lead in project coordination and management for the planning, design, and construction of civil works, including roads, drains, bridges, recreation facilities, open space, and infrastructure improvements associated with Council's capital works.
  5. Supportive Leadership: Provide direction and support to the Development Delivery Engineer, project engineers, and surveillance officers.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity for Contract Extension: Outstanding performance may lead to a contract extension beyond the initial 3 months.
  • Hybrid Working Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working arrangements, offering a balance between office and remote work to suit your lifestyle.

Why Public Sector People?

Public Sector People is a renowned recruitment agency specializing in connecting talented individuals with meaningful opportunities in the public sector. Our mission is to contribute to the betterment of communities by matching top-tier talent with organizations that share their values.



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