* Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours
* From $101,616 plus Superannuation
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About the team
Our Capital Works team delivers the civil infrastructure that keeps the Gold Coast moving and growing. We plan, design and deliver upgrades across roads, intersections, footpaths, drainage, public spaces, transport facilities and community infrastructure.
You’ll join a high-performing team of engineers, designers and project professionals who work closely together to turn ideas into practical, buildable outcomes. Our work is visible, meaningful and used by the community every day.
This is a team where you’ll be trusted, supported and given the opportunity to grow your capability through real project experience.
About the role
We’re looking for a motivated Civil Engineer to join our Capital Works team and help deliver projects that shape how people move, live and connect across the Gold Coast.
You’ll work across the full project lifecycle from concept development and design through to construction support and project completion. One day you may be reviewing designs for a road upgrade, the next you could be on site helping solve delivery challenges or improving pedestrian access through better infrastructure design.
This is an opportunity to build your career while delivering projects that leave a lasting impact on the city.
Responsibilities Include:
* Contribute to the planning, design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects from concept through to construction
* Prepare engineering designs, calculations, reports and technical documentation
* Review drawings and design outputs for quality, compliance and constructability
* Undertake site inspections and provide engineering support during construction
* Coordinate with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
* Identify risks and issues early and develop practical solutions
* Ensure projects meet safety, environmental and quality requirements
* Contribute to continuous improvement and smarter ways of delivering infrastructure
We’re looking for people who have:
* A degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification
* Experience in civil engineering, infrastructure design or project delivery
* Knowledge of roads, drainage, pavements, pathways or related infrastructure projects
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Practical problem-solving ability and sound engineering judgement
* Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
* Current C class driver licence
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* 9-day fortnight
* Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
* Personal and professional development courses
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
* 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
* Career pathways within one of Australia’s largest local governments
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to applyTo submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Tiffen Roberts
Contact Email *********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date Thursday 14th May 2026 /11:59pm AEDT
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.