About The Position
The Project Engineer – Water and Wastewater provides high quality professional, innovative and practical civil engineering support and project management, and assists in the best practice development, implementation and monitoring of maintenance and construction works carried out by Council's Water and Wastewater team.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and manage budgets for construction and maintenance projects
Ensure that projects undertaken in the construction, maintenance, and operation of Council's water and wastewater assets comply with relevant standards, guidelines, codes of practice and legislation
Develop tender documentation and quotations and assist with the engagement of external service providers
Provide subdivision and development engineering expertise in assessing and inspecting developments and subdivisions, development control plans, codes and policies
Review engineering plans for water and wastewater assets and provide advice to the Asset Manager – Water and Wastewater and ensure assets are captured in Council's asset register
Manage all risks associated with the preparation and delivery of projects
Read the Position Description and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
About You
A 4 year degree in Civil Engineering suitable to gain Professional Engineer member status with the Institution of Engineers (Australia) with a minimum of 5 years experience working in a multi-disciplined Project Engineering field
Demonstrated knowledge of the regulatory and legislative requirements relevant to water and wastewater asset construction and management
Superior written and oral communication skills, including the preparation of complex technical reports, delivery of presentations, and research skills
Experience and demonstrated competence in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Project.
Class C driver's license.
Experience with Aus-Spec (Nat-Spec) design and construction specifications. (desirable)
What We Offer
Permanent, full time, 35 hours per week
Salary from $115,318 to $120,809 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
Training Courses + Professional Development
Leaseback vehicle for operational and private use
Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family
About Muswellbrook
Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.
The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.
Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.
It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.
Further information and to apply
For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Shahzad Khizer, Asset Manager Water and Wastewater on
If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on or via email
To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
Applications close on 19 January 2026 at 11:59pm.
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