Engineering Officer – Student

2 weeks ago

Rosny Park, Tasmania, Australia Clarence City Council Full time $67,874 - $75,900 per year
Temporary – Full-Time (12-week placement)

Are you a civil engineering student ready to gain real-world experience? We are offering a 12-week paid placement for a TAFE or university student who has completed their second or third year of study.

You will be working within our Infrastructure and Natural Assets Group alongside experienced professionals on a variety of municipal projects, including roads, stormwater, subdivisions, and asset management.

Key responsibilities
  • Investigate customer issues related to council assets and assist with resolution and communication.
  • Support civil design projects by contributing to feasibility studies, cost estimates, and adherence to Australian Standards.
  • Assist with on-site inspections, testing, and new subdivision service location checks.
  • Contribute to asset management by collecting and entering data into council systems.
  • Provide basic technical and engineering advice under guidance from senior staff.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on engineering and asset management matters.
  • Draft technical reports and attend relevant internal and external meetings.
  • Provide general support across the Infrastructure and Natural Assets Group as needed.
About you

You're a motivated and curious learner who thrives in a team and is eager to apply your engineering studies in a real-world context. You enjoy solving problems, ask the right questions, and are open to feedback and guidance.

You'll also bring:

  • Successful completion of 2–3 years of a civil engineering qualification (university or TAFE).
  • A willingness to take initiative and seek direction when needed.
  • Enthusiasm, resilience, and a growth mindset.
  • Good interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Confidence in digital tools and a willingness to learn new systems and technologies.
What we offer you
  • Base salary between $67,874.45 – $75, pro-rata) (dependent on skills and experience) + superannuation
  • Fixed Term Contract/Full-Time Hours
  • Monthly rostered day off

Council offers training to support your professional development, plus many other benefits.

Apply online

Apply and include a copy of your current resume, together with a 1–2-page cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

Please note, we will only accept applications submitted via the Clarence City Council Careers page. Applications submitted via SEEK will not be considered.

For a more detailed chat about the position, please call Angela Moore, (Manager Engineering) on

Position Description
Council commitment

Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and youth while enabling their participation as valued members of our community.

We have zero tolerance to child or youth abuse and harm, and we prioritise the safety of the children and youth that we interact with in the performance of our roles and report conduct of concern. For further information, please refer to our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.

To be offered this position you will be required to undertake and satisfactorily complete a rigorous pre-employment assessment including but not limited to, WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and disciplinary action in previous employment.

Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 22 September 2025

Applications Open

Temporary Full-time (12-week placement)

$67,874.45 – $75, pro-rata) dependent on experience + super

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