Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About The Role
The Design and Placemaking Branch delivers engineering design, survey and design management services that support Council’s capital works and major projects. The Branch plays a vital role in shaping fit-for-purpose infrastructure that enhances liveability, sustainability and community outcomes across the Sunshine Coast. Working at the intersection of planning, design and delivery, the Branch collaborates closely with internal teams and external partners to achieve integrated, high-quality outcomes.
As Coordinator Engineering Design & Survey Services, you will lead a multidisciplinary engineering design and survey unit responsible for delivering high-quality civil and transport infrastructure designs. This senior leadership role provides technical governance, strategic direction and people leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring designs are safe, compliant, innovative and aligned with Council priorities. It’s an exciting opportunity to influence how major infrastructure is planned and delivered across a dynamic and growing region.
Lead a customer-focused engineering design and survey team delivering fit-for-purpose solutionsProvide strategic, technical and governance oversight of civil infrastructure design programsCoordinate integrated design across investigations, survey, concept and detailed design phasesManage workflows, budgets and resources to achieve on-time, on-budget project delivery
About You
You hold a relevant tertiary qualification (degree) supported by substantial experience within the discipline. Postgraduate qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Project Management, or Business Management are highly desirable.
You are a respected engineering leader with a strong foundation in civil infrastructure design and a genuine commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes that positively impact communities.
You bring extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, building capability, encouraging collaboration, and driving high performance.
You demonstrate sound technical judgement and strong governance expertise, with the ability to balance risk, quality, cost, sustainability, and outcomes across complex projects.
You are an accomplished communicator and relationship builder, confident engaging with executives, Councillors, consultants, and external stakeholders in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
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:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your Written Application Should Include
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; andA current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan .
For specific enquiries contact Victor Mantilla during business hours on .
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team .
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.