Coordinator Technical Services – Livingstone Shire Council
Permanent Full-Time | TRP circa $150k incl.
super | 9-day fortnight + coastal lifestyle
Public Sector People are partnering with Livingstone Shire Council to recruit an experienced Coordinator Technical Services to lead specialist civil engineering functions across one of Queensland's most diverse and fast-growing coastal regions.
This is a key leadership role driving technical excellence, compliance, safety and service delivery within the Construction & Maintenance business unit.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Construction & Maintenance, you will lead a team of Technical Officers responsible for specialist engineering assessments, statutory approvals, asset management support and civil infrastructure investigations.
This newly established leadership position plays a critical part in strengthening Council's technical capability, improving consistency, and ensuring high-quality engineering outcomes for the community.
Key areas of focus include :
Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing Technical Services team.
Managing statutory and self-assessable approval processes for civil maintenance and construction activities.
Delivering specialist engineering assessments, including road safety audits, speed limit reviews, heavy vehicle permits and roadside hazard reviews.
Overseeing condition assessments, hazard identification and maintenance planning to support capital works programming.
Conducting civil infrastructure inspections and investigations across the Infrastructure portfolio.
Providing expert engineering advice to stakeholders, consultants, contractors and government agencies.
Developing and maintaining Quality Assurance systems, policies, technical procedures and reporting frameworks.
This role directly contributes to community outcomes by improving safety, asset performance and engineering governance across the shire.
About You
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent, and RPEQ (or the ability to obtain it).
Demonstrated experience in Local Government engineering, infrastructure planning or civil operations.
Strong capability in leading technical teams and fostering a positive, accountable culture.
High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills across internal and external environments.
Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
Experience working within political, community-facing or regulatory environments.
Why Join Livingstone Shire Council?
Situated along the stunning Capricorn Coast, Livingstone offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with access to beaches, national parks, rainforests and island escapes.
The region is growing rapidly and offers a unique variety of coastal, urban, rural and island infrastructure challenges.
Council also provides :
Total Remuneration Package Circa $150,000 (incl. super)
9-day fortnight – excellent work / life balance
Salary packaging options
Professional development opportunities
Strong organisational values and positive workplace culture
Relocation assistance available
Apply Now
For a confidential discussion, contact :
Adrian Holder – Lead Consultant, Public Sector People
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Applications close Sunday 14 December **** at 11 : 00pm AEST.
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