Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to join our team. This role will involve coordinating and managing capital works through the engagement of internal and external service providers.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction programs, project management, and safety procedures. They will be responsible for reviewing designs and estimates, leading assigned works crews and contractors, and fostering a work culture that reflects our corporate values.
Key Responsibilities
* Review and manage construction programs: The successful candidate will review construction programs for timely delivery of road construction works, including works for all of Council's civil assets such as roads, stormwater, bridges, waste, and coastal structures.
* Liaise with teams: The candidate will liaise with Works Supervisors and Project Officers to ensure efficient allocation of plant and labor resources.
* Maintain a strong safety culture: The successful candidate will participate in regular meetings and open communications, ranging from on-site toolbox meetings to formal Safety Committees and presentations as necessary, to lead a strong safety culture with work crews and contractors and maintain sound working relationships (internal and external).
* Lead works crews and contractors: The candidate will review designs and estimates for road construction works as required prior to issue of design for construction and lead assigned works crews and contractors, fostering a work culture reflective of council's corporate values including managing performance, learning and development, recruitment and engagement activities.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Tertiary qualifications in engineering: The successful candidate will hold tertiary qualifications in engineering and eligibility to meet RPEQ certification.
* Extensive relevant experience: The candidate will have extensive relevant experience and knowledge in the delivery of road construction and maintenance works.
* Strong communication skills: The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills to engage stakeholders and deliver outcomes.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements: We offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
* Wellbeing initiatives: Your wellbeing is important to us, therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health-related memberships, fitness passports, employee assistance programs, and development opportunities.
* Salary packaging options: Those extras make a difference, therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones, and devices.
About You
You'll be a strong forward planner, with the ability to examine situations, make decisions, and manage priorities. You'll be knowledgeable around legislation and standards related to the role.
In return, you'll be working with a progressive organisation which strives to be our best and work as one team to deliver high standards of service. Plus, you'll enjoy all the lifestyle benefits the region has to offer.
Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled, and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee, you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you.