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Project Officer - Drainage
Infrastructure Services
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay
Salary - Stream A Level 4 $86,795 + Superannuation
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together .
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a motivated Project Officer - Drainage to join our Infrastructure Engineering team. This role supports the Senior Engineer Drainage and is essential to planning, assessing, and delivering innovative and sustainable drainage and catchment infrastructure solutions across the Fraser Coast region. The position has become available due to ongoing project demands and strategic planning initiatives. You’ll join a high-performing, inclusive, and supportive team that values collaboration and initiative.
What your day will look like:
You’ll be coordinating survey, design, and delivery of minor drainage infrastructure works, managing consultant engagement, undertaking drainage investigations, and preparing funding applications. You’ll also assist in forward planning and policy development, contribute to reports and stakeholder engagement, and support a wide variety of administrative and technical tasks.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you’ll need for success:
* Experience managing infrastructure projects and coordinating stakeholder engagement to deliver outcomes.
* Strong technical, research, and reporting skills with demonstrated knowledge of drainage and catchment infrastructure.
What’s nice to have:
* Experience in a local government setting and/or drainage-specific environment.
* Familiarity with standards such as QUDM, Austroads, and related guidelines.
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 see our Employee Value Proposition .
What we Offer:
* Learning and development opportunities
* Flexible working arrangements
* Up to 12% employer super contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
* Study assistance program
* Novated leasing
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Thursday 12 June 2025 .
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Geoff Harris (Senior Engineer Drainage) on 0499 978 185 .
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The Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay, one of Australia's most popular beach destinations, from old mining villages to peaceful seaside retreats set on the shoreline of the Great Sandy Strait.
The Fraser Coast sits within the Great Sandy Biosphere, which is part of a world network of Biosphere Reserves.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
The Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay, one of Australia's most popular beach destinations, from old mining villages to peaceful seaside retreats set on the shoreline of the Great Sandy Strait.
The Fraser Coast sits within the Great Sandy Biosphere, which is part of a world network of Biosphere Reserves.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
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