Project Engineer

2 days ago

Lismore New South Wales, Australia Lismore City Council Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

About Us

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

About this Position:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Roads department. The primary function of the Project Engineer is to ensure the efficient, safe and effective delivery of maintenance and capital works projects associated with all transport assets and quarry operations. This role involves applying engineering best practices to optimise project outcomes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of design, planning, and execution.

What We can offer you:

  • Attractive salary
  • Flexible work options working within operational requirements.
  • Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs.
  • Training and development opportunities.

What we trust you to deliver:

  • Deliver capital works and maintenance projects efficiently, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
  • Oversee contractor performance, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental compliance throughout project delivery.
  • Lead risk and quality management processes by identifying issues, implementing solutions, and maintaining high safety standards across all operations.
  • Manage stakeholder communication effectively, providing clear updates, addressing concerns, and resolving conflicts where needed.
  • Provide technical input and on-site support for projects, while mentoring Graduate Engineers to build their skills and ensure project consistency.
  • Monitor project finances and identify cost-saving opportunities to optimise resource use and deliver value for the Council

What you will need to be successful:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Civil – 4-year degree) or similar recognised by Engineers Australia.
  • Eligibility for membership of a professional body (LGEA, IPWEA, IEA).
  • General Construction Induction Card (White card).
  • Current Class C Drivers Licence.
  • Have personal integrity and take responsibility.
  • Have the ability to prioritise and schedule work and meet deadlines.
  • Be able to provide constructive feedback and support team development.
  • Be flexible and agile to work across different business areas.

Full position description: Click here

Full Time: 70 hours a fortnight

Salary: A salary starting from $98,183 per annum + superannuation

Closing date: Tuesday 7 October 2025 at 9am.

Contact: If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steve Bennetts, Manager Roads Engineering on

Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include, health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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