Senior Design Officer

6 days ago

Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Maitland City Council Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Senior Design Officer

About Us

Maitland City Council is a diverse and dynamic organisation in a rapidly growing LGA. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to and shape community infrastructure.

About the Role

As the Senior Design Officer you will be responsible for providing engineering designs and documentation for construction and civil infrastructure projects outlined in MCCs Capital Works Program. Drawing on your technical expertise you will provide advice to Council's internal and external customers on projects and liaise with stakeholders during the initiation and investigation of complex design matters. You will assess the feasibility of significant infrastructure development and provide innovative solutions during the design phase to help drive successful project outcomes

About You

You will possess tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or Design, or demonstrated experience in a civil infrastructure design environment at a senior level. Your contemporary industry knowledge and experience will mean you are an expert in the following:

  • Design for roads, drainage, public spaces, cycle ways and recreation facilities
  • Applying appropriate standards to design solutions
  • Use of tools and technology to aid in investigation and engineering of design solutions
  • Real world application of design solutions using appropriate civil construction procedures.

    Quantity calculations and estimating

Demonstrated experience in project management and an ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders will enhance your ability to develop strong relationships with clients and is favourable. Your ability to manage conflicting demands and execute projects within appropriate timeframes and on budget, and experience using Civil3d, Stringer, Benchmark and MS Project as tools will make you an asset to our team.

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time role working 35 hours per week with a 3.5% civil liability allowance and 12% p.a. superannuation.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

  • Flexible Work arrangements
  • Long Service Leave after five years
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Access to our Healthy Employee Program (HEP): including reduced gym memberships and subsidies for programs that improve health and wellbeing
  • 3 weeks personal leave

Questions?

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Tiana Jarvis, Operations Manager Design & Projects, on

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Applications close: Sunday 19 October 2025

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation )

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