Senior Water Projects Engineer
Salary range: $103k - $119k (level per annum + superannuation
Location: York St, Beenleigh
Position: Full Time Permanent
About the role
Logan City Council is seeking a Senior Water Projects Engineer to join our Logan Water Infrastructure Delivery Program - a dynamic initiative delivering a diverse range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects to support the city's future growth. This role is pivotal in managing complex and challenging projects that ensure reliable services for our community while meeting Logan Water's asset standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. You'll play a key part in shaping sustainable solutions and driving innovation across the program.
As a Senior Water Projects Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and project leadership across design, planning, and construction phases. You'll oversee internal and external delivery partners, ensuring compliance with specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This role also involves mentoring professional staff and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
Key indicators:
* Coordinate and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning through delivery.
* Review and provide professional advice on complex design proposals and technical specifications.
* Ensure compliance with Logan Water's asset standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
* Oversee performance of professional staff, consultants, and contractors, providing guidance and quality assurance.
* Strong relevant experience working on construction projects in construction/project management role in the water industry with verifiable experience in tender processes, contract administration and site management
* Maintain current knowledge of best practices in water and wastewater technologies and infrastructure design.
* Contribute to policy development, benchmarking, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Capture and report project performance data and metrics.
* Foster collaboration across internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve risks and issues.
* Promote a safety-first culture and ensure all work aligns with health, safety, and environmental standards.
You'll possess
* Extensive experience in water and wastewater infrastructure design, construction, and project delivery.
* Strong capabilities in project management, including tendering, contract administration, and stakeholder engagement.
* Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation relevant to Queensland water service providers.
* Technical expertise in planning and coordinating engineering activities to deliver outcomes within timeframes and budgets.
* Proficiency in project management software, spreadsheets, and word processing (CAD skills advantageous).
* Leadership skills including demonstrated experience in managing professional staff, external consultants and contractors in the safe construction of water and wastewater infrastructure
* High level of personal accountability, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
* Ability to build trust, act with integrity, and foster a culture of excellence in service delivery.
Mandatory Requirements
* Willingness to work across multiple sites
* Bachelor of Engineering
* RPEQ accreditation
* Motor Vehicle C Class licence
* Pass a "Power of Entry" test
* Construction Safety induction (White Card)
* Vaccinations: Hep A, Hep B, QFever and Tetanus
* Pass pre-employment screening checks
Why choose Logan City Council?
We have a friendly, customer-centric culture, supporting diverse and collaborative working relationships across the organisation, with a connection to purpose and community.
In addition to being centrally located, Logan City Council has great benefits to help support your professional and personal growth including:
* Salary range: $103,190 - $119,191 (level per annum + superannuation
* Generous Leave Benefits - Save your annual leave for when you want a break + an additional 17.5% leave loading + get leave for preventative medical (like the dentist)
* Work-Life Balance - Full-time hours over a 9-day fortnight (72.5 hours). That equates to an extra 22 days off each year
* Flexible Work - We support work-life balance with flexible working arrangements and the ability to work from home (subject to operational requirements)
* Health & Wellness - Access to our Logan Leisure Centres discounted membership and Fitness Passport Program for a healthier lifestyle. Look after your health with our Corporate BUPA discount.
* Salary Packaging - Why not investigate the right vehicle lease for your needs?
* Professional Growth - Take advantage of ongoing learning and development opportunities.
* Supportive Environment - Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program for your wellbeing.
* Engage- Enjoy the benefits of our active social club and engage with colleagues.
The community we serve
The City of Logan is a proud, grassroots community, filled with mavericks, makers, and innovators. Here, neighbourly love is strong; environmental and business values run deep; and culture, heritage and diversity is in our DNA.
Who we are
We're a contemporary local government organization entering an exciting new phase. We're moving forward with purpose and fresh energy, with a focus on delivering exceptional services and value for money - with heart. We care about the community we serve, and we care about each other. When you work with us, we want you to feel valued, and to understand your role and how your work contributes to the bigger picture.
Interested? Apply Now
Press the "Apply" button and follow the prompts before 11pm Sunday 15th February.
For more information, contact
Important Note:
* All documents are to be uploaded in PDF format & submitted online.
* Unsolicited applications will not be accepted.
* Applications will be retained for up to 12months for future consideration.
Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.