Salary: $112,420.03 – $119, up to 12.65% superannuation + 17.5% leave loading
Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Shape the Future of Toowoomba's Infrastructure
Join the Toowoomba Regional Council and help deliver sustainable, forward-thinking transport and drainage solutions for one of Queensland's most dynamic regions. As Senior Engineer – Program Development, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and managing our long-term capital works programs that support the region's growth, renewal and infrastructure enhancement.
You'll collaborate across Council, working closely with colleagues across the Branch and the Infrastructure Services Group to ensure our capital works programs are well-planned, prioritised, and aligned with community and organisational goals.
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What You'll Be Doing
In this influential role, you will:
* Provide specialist advice on the development of regional transport and drainage network programs for Council's annual, 3-Year and 10-Year Capital Works Programs.
* Plan, scope, and prioritise infrastructure projects in line with strategic objectives, ensuring balanced workloads across districts.
* Lead the development of concepts, cost estimates, and business cases to support forward program delivery.
* Monitor progress and continuously improve processes for planning, concept development, and design.
* Ensure work aligns with Council's Project Management Framework and Integrated Management System (ISO 9001 & ISO
* Foster strong internal and external relationships through effective communication, consultation, and collaboration.
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What You'll Bring
We're looking for a proactive, strategic professional with:
* A Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) and extensive relevant experience.
* RPEQ registration (or eligibility to obtain within 12 months).
* Proven experience in program or project management – postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
* Strong understanding of local government infrastructure planning, legislation, and delivery processes.
* Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* A passion for continuous improvement and innovation in infrastructure planning and delivery.
Essential requirements include:
* WH&S General Construction Induction (or willingness to obtain).
* Current "C" Class Driver's Licence.
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Why Join Toowoomba Regional Council?
* We value our people and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. You'll enjoy:
* Work/life balance with access to banked leave
* Professional development, leadership and management training
* Salary sacrificing and packaging options
* Corporate health insurance discounts
* Access to the Fitness Passport Program
* Active TRC Employees' Association (Social Club)
* Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
* Progressive health, safety and wellbeing initiatives
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How to Apply
1. Current copy of your Resume
2. A short document (max 2 pages) that explains how you meet the key requirements listed in the Position Description.
For each requirement:
* Use a heading so it's clear which one you're talking about.
* Give examples from your own experience – tell us what you did, how you did it, and what happened as a result.
Important: If you don't respond to each key requirement, your application might not be considered.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
Please note to have your application considered, ensure that you have followed the instructions outlined above.
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For further information
Please contact Marie Gales on within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 11 November 2025 at 11.45pm.
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About Council
The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.