- Temporary, fixed-term full time position - 2 years
- Salary $98,436.00 + 12% Superannuation
- Based at the Depot, Doncaster East
Play a pivotal role in shaping vital community infrastructure through diverse, high-impact projects that offer autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration.
- Deliver high-impact infrastructure projects including roads, footpaths, bridges and culverts, from planning through to construction and completion.
- Provide expert engineering advice and lead investigations, while collaborating across Council and with external stakeholders.
- Manage budgets, contracts and tender processes with precision, bringing innovation, drive and strong communication to every project.
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
Planning for the future is a key focus of our work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic direction of planning policies that affect properties in our region.
We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing current ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
About the Role
The Infrastructure Delivery Engineer will be responsible for a number of maintenance and Capital Works functions including the planning and delivery of Council’s road and footpath programs, development of contracts and management and assessment of the tender processes, road resurfacing works, footpath construction and renewal works, maintenance and construction of Council’s bridge and major culvert network, engineering investigations and provision of expert engineering advice.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, proactive, driven and innovative, and engage in effective interaction and networking for the provision of engineering advice at various levels within Council and external to Council. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of projects, be able to adapt skills to address project specific needs and have sound technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, well-developed budget management skills, solid time management and organisational skills.
Skills and Experience
- Tertiary qualified in civil engineering or other relevant field.
- An experienced professional with specialist skills, knowledge and sound experience in the provision of high-quality engineering services relevant to project management, maintenance and engineering.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill technical information into clear, actionable reports
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate
- A strong collaborator who adds value to the organisation with proven ability to maintain relationships with other stakeholders.
- A proactive professional who is able to manage a dynamic workload and establish own work priorities and practices.
How to Apply
to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Kurt Pitts, Coordinator Sustainable Engineering on 03 9210 2652.
For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us
Applications close on Monday 20 October 2025 at 11.00pm
Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to.
Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.
To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.
Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.
If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.
📌 Infrastructure Delivery Engineer
🏢 Manningham City Council
📍 Doncaster East