pavement surfacing engineer

Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Job reference: 705129

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city's public transport network.

Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility, and support for our people.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Pavement Surfacing Engineer to help shape the future of South Australia's roads. In this role, you'll develop asphalt specifications, check construction quality, and make sure projects meet the right standards.

You'll work closely with suppliers and contractors to improve practices and drive innovation. You'll also provide technical advice on pavement design and condition assessments, keep clear records, and help manage risks. This is your chance to make a real impact on the safety and quality of our transport network.

About you

You're an experienced engineer who really knows asphalt mix registration and compliance. You're confident developing and reviewing asphalt specs, using research and industry feedback to get the best results. You work well with suppliers and contractors, bringing people together to drive innovation and consistency.

You're skilled in flexible pavement design, using mechanistic-empirical methods and tools like CIRCLY. Whether working solo or as part of a team, you manage your time well, make informed decisions under pressure, and deliver on deadlines. You communicate clearly at all levels, resolve conflicts calmly, and build strong, positive relationships.

Qualifications / Experience

• Degree in Engineering providing eligibility for graduate membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
• A current Driver's Licence is essential.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.
• Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy

Ongoing

Remuneration

PO2 - $88,255 to $97,667 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries

Michell Allen

Principal Pavement Engineer

Telephone:

Email:

Application Instructions

Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the role statement.

Our Commitment

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.

As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

Role Statement Pavement Surfacing Engineer PO2

Applications close: 02/11/2025 9:00 PM

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.