Project Engineer

About Us

Want to be part of a significant project that will bring about positive change for an entire community? Lismore City Council's 'Flood Restoration Portfolio' (FRP) can make that possible. The bold initiative represents the single largest public infrastructure restoration project ever undertaken by local government in NSW.

Created in response to the devastating 2022 natural disaster, the FRP's remit encompasses the restoration of the city's public assets – roads, bridges, theatres, galleries, and sporting facilities, alongside the repair and enhancement of essential wastewater, waste management, and flood resilience infrastructure.

The FRP is assembling a local and global talent team to deliver a stronger, more resilient Lismore. We welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives that will help us achieve our vision of a vibrant community.

Lismore's Northern Rivers location fosters an ideal work-life balance. It offers lush farmland, beautiful parks, a World Heritage-listed rainforest to explore, great restaurants, a diverse arts and cultural scene, and more—all just a stone's throw from the Gold Coast, Ballina, and Byron Bay.

Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time to embrace and celebrate everything that makes the regional city so unique, while also being directly involved in shaping its future.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary?

An opportunity exists within the Council's Flood Restoration Portfolio for Project Engineers to join our supportive and collaborative team. Your focus will be on managing the inspection, testing, commissioning, and handover process for specific projects. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering fully verified and operational assets ready for long-term use.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to take on new challenges while managing engagement with some of the most exciting local government-shaping projects in the infrastructure space.
• Flexible work options that work within operational requirements.
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs.
• Engage with a dedicated team of professionals while gaining experience in a high-growth, future-focused field.
• Attractive competitive salary.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Work closely with the on-site project team to ensure timely delivery of projects from a cost and time perspective.
• Manage construction planning and programming.
• Significant input in implementing and managing project Quality systems and ITPs.
• Major procurement, quote requirements, and supplier management
• Manage cost tracking, monthly progress claims, and reporting.
• Managing and guiding junior engineers.
• Maintain and apply all relevant standards and policies
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

What you will need to be successful:

The successful candidate will have knowledge and some experience in applying civil construction and project management principles and practices. Skills and/or knowledge in time management, setting priorities, contract administration, project management, and strong stakeholder engagement are all required for this role.

In this role, you will join our project delivery team and will be responsible for the successful completion of projects as part of that team. Your tasks and responsibilities within the project delivery team will include the following:

• Given the dynamic environment, you should thrive in responding to diverse demands and frequently changing priorities, and have an innate ability to work independently and prioritise
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and prioritise tasks under pressure
• Coordinating daily activities and serving as a point of escalation for critical and non-critical events.
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and understanding WHS best practices.
• Assisting in maintaining project programs, schedules, and documentation.
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Providing consistent project and cost reporting.

Full position description: Please review and use your resume and application responses to demonstrate your ability to fulfill the position's responsibilities.

Additional details

• Salary: Attractive remuneration for the right candidate.
• Term Contract: contractedhours of work 70 hours a fortnight up to 30 June 2027.
• Closing date: Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate pool is established.
• Location: The position will be based at our Flood Portfolio Office in Lismore. Flexible work options are available, working within operational requirements.
• Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures, and agreements.
• Pre-employment Screening: Before employment, pre-employment checks may be conducted, including health assessments, validation of the right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licenses, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments, and referee checks.
• Future Opportunities: This recruitment exercise may be used to fill vacancies and establish a merit list for future opportunities within six months.

Contact: For more information about this opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact Jennifer McEwen, HR Business Partner, at

This recruitment exercise may be used for future vacancies, and within six months, a merit list for future opportunities may be established.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are committed to fostering a diverse, flexible, and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. We also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly.