Temp Senior Engineer

3 days ago


Sunshine Coast Queensland, Australia Department of Transport and Main Roads Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per year
  • Temporary full-time position in a great location, until 30/06/2027
  • Flexible working conditions and ongoing opportunities for training and career development
  • Be involved in one of TMR's largest transport infrastructure programs including the Mooloolah River Interchange (MRI) project

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide support and advice on the planning, design and construction process, to ensure delivery of project outcomes, value for money and best practice are achieved.
  • Review Traffic Management Plans, schemes and designs to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Determine the engineering requirements, including materials, critical components and systems, involved in supporting project management and delivery.
  • Maintain and apply all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary for the design and construction of road infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure all quality management procedures are adhered to in order to facilitate the delivery of road projects to a high and consistent standard for both Transport and Main Roads and clients.
  • Undertake tendering and estimating activities to support the effective development and delivery of road infrastructure projects.
  • Manage and maintain effective liaison and communication with all levels of internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to transport infrastructure delivery activities.
  • In managing projects, you will have the responsibility to plan, assign, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff that would include encouraging teamwork and fostering a positive attitude toward the achievement of organisational objectives.
  • The employee may be required to mentor and supervise the work of non-RPEQs.

Mandatory Qualifications And Conditions

  • Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
  • A Washington Accord accredited four-year degree in Engineering or equivalence recognised by Engineers Australia
  • Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for appointment to the position
  • A current Class 'C' Drivers Licence

Requirements Of The Role

  • Recognises and articulates how own work directly contributes to the organisation's vision and community outcomes.
  • Prioritises projects and tasks efficiently, in line with team commitments.
  • Listens attentively and proactively seeks to understand others/ needs by asking questions and clarifying.
  • Builds rapport and establishes strong and mutually beneficial connections.
  • Evaluates possible solutions and takes appropriate steps to mitigate risks.
  • Analyses information to proactively identify risks to the teams' planned activities.
  • Applies project management principles and methodology to achieve project outcomes.
  • Desirable: Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional (ISAP)
  • Desirable: Previous experience working with the Department of Transport and Main Roads will be highly regarded
  • Desirable: Traffic Management Design (TMD) open qualification
  • Desirable: Teambinder/InEight experience

Benefits Of Working At TMR

  • We have visible impact in communities and contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.
  • We provide flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.
  • We invest in individual career pathways and development plans.
  • We offer competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options.
  • We provide access to confidential free counselling for you and your family through our employee assistance program.
  • We are proud to celebrate and empower the unique perspectives of our community via our employee networks, including our Indigenous Employee, Pride, Values and Culture and Accessibility and Inclusion Advocacy Networks.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/664453/25
Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Occupational group
Engineering & Surveying


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