INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Team Leader Engineering and Assets
Salary: $115,886.68 per annum
Closing: Friday 19 September 2025
Full time - Permanent
Council is offering the opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced civil engineer to join the Project Delivery and Assets Department as Team Leader Engineering and Assets, based within Council's Infrastructure Directorate. This role primarily consists of:
* Leading the Engineering and Assets team in order to strategically future proof all infrastructure and community assets, Council's property portfolio and ensure they are commercially sustainable and effectively managed across their lifecycle.
* Provide high level technical leadership to sustainably lead and manage the engineering services contract.
* Ensure consistent application of relevant Australian Standards and industry guidelines across all development and design projects.
The successful applicant will have extensive experience in this field of civil engineering and hold a degree in Civil Engineering with registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in line with the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019.
Extensive knowledge of sustainable asset management, with a high level understanding of the Local Government Act 2020 and its requirements for strategic asset management are required as well as demonstrated experience in managing a multi-disciplinary team and overseeing external contractors.
For further information about this position, please contact Gary Randhawa, Director Infrastructure on
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.