Let's start with the important stuff. This role includes:
* Salary from $116,331 annum, per annum, (plus super) based on a 35-hour week.
* Flexible working provisions, a 9-day fortnight ad generous leave entitlements.
* Potential access to a leaseback vehicle.
* Access to a range of physical and mental wellbeing initiatives, including discounted gym memberships and free, confidential support through an independent Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
The Role
Armidale Regional Council is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Works Engineer to lead the delivery of our roads and drainage operations and maintenance programs. In this role, you'll plan, coordinate, and oversee essential civil works that keep our region moving, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with service standards.
You'll manage operational works across roads, drainage, bridges, and associated public assets, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and the community. A key part of your role will be driving innovation in construction methodologies, applying value-engineering principles, and championing continuous improvements in service delivery.
As a leader within the Transport team, you'll foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance. You'll ensure compliance with WHS requirements, deliver strong customer-centred services, and support Council's long-term infrastructure and asset management commitments.
About You
To thrive in this role, you'll bring a degree in Civil Engineering and at least five years' experience in a senior civil construction or road maintenance position. You have strong technical capability across roads, drainage, and public assets, supported by a solid understanding of local government operations and the responsibilities of a local roads authority. You value the breadth of skills within a multidisciplinary works team and recognise how each role contributes to successful operational outcomes.
Your leadership approach empowers technical staff, supervisors, and field crews to deliver high-quality results. You excel in stakeholder engagement, bringing sound judgement, effective problem-solving, and clear communication to every situation. You're committed to continuous improvement and transparent collaboration, and your experience with asset management frameworks, project management, and WHS compliance further strengthens your ability to lead and support safe, efficient service delivery.
If you're motivated to shape essential community infrastructure and help deliver services that directly impact the region every day, we'd love you to join our team.
In your application, tell us about…
* Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
* Please tell us about your qualifications and experience relevant to the role
* What makes you the best candidate for this role?
Please include a covering letter and a CV. We also ask that you upload a video of yourself (no longer than 3 minutes*) answering the following:
* Briefly introduce yourself
* What's something people might be surprised to learn about you?
* How do you handle confidential or sensitive information in your workplace?
*Please note: only .mov, .mp4, .wmv, and .avi files are accepted, with a maximum file size of 50MB.
Please note:
* Only the five (3 written, 2 video) questions need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
* You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.
Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join Armidale Regional Councils transport team?
* If you would like further information on the role, please contact Meroeh Suesser-Shaker, Manager Transport on for a confidential discussion.
* Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
Applications close 8 February 2026 at 11:30PM.