Infrastructure Civil Engineers x2 Engineering and Technical Services Permanent Full Time Hervey Bay
IFA Level 6 - $114,543 per annum plus superannuation
- - $6,000 relocation allowance for suitable candidates
- - additional 5 days recreation leave
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most key asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We're looking for two skilled Infrastructure Civil Engineers to lead water infrastructure projects with a focus on quality, safety, and teamwork in a dynamic local government setting.
What your day will look like:
- Lead project delivery from design through commissioning and handover
- Manage external consultants and contractors to ensure compliance & quality
- Prepare tender documentation, contracts, and project schedules
- Provide engineering advice on operational and legislative matters
- Ensure projects meet budget, timeline, and safety standards
- Report progress and financial impacts to senior management
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you'll need for success:
- Degree-level Engineering qualification (recognised by Engineers Australia)
- Proven experience delivering capital works, preferably in water/wastewater
- Strong project and contract management skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, environmental & quality standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Current Queensland Class C Driver's Licence & White Card
What's nice to have:
- Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) or Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) certification
- Previous Local Government experience
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge, and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We alsocreate innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Wednesday 29 October 2025 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Charise Bernil-Abbott (Senior Engineer) at
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
📌 Infrastructure Civil Engineer x 2
🏢 Fraser Coast Regional Council
📍 Hervey Bay