Asset Planning Drainage Engineer

Careers at Council; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Hybrid work

Part-time & job share

Long service leave

Parental leave

My Leave 5 days

Health & wellbeing program

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Salary sacrifice car

Social club

Long service awards

Job summary

Hornsby Shire Council is seeking a flexible, innovative engineer with a background in stormwater design, maintenance and construction to join our asset management team. You will lead the asset renewal program for drainage assets, translating data into priority projects aligned with our Delivery Program and Long-Term Financial Plan.

You will organise asset condition capture, assess risk, develop project scopes, timelines and budgets, and update the Flood Risk Management Study and Catchment

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia with significant experience in design, construction and maintenance of stormwater assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a prioritised asset renewal, improvement and maintenance program for all drainage assets.
• Translate asset condition data and community needs into projects aligned with the Delivery Program, Operational Program and Long-Term Financial Plan.
• Organise asset condition capture, assess risk, prioritise projects, and develop project scopes, timelines and budgets for handover.
• Update and review Flood Risk Management Study and Plan and Catchment Management Plans and prioritisation and scoping of identified projects.

Skills

Drainage asset management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Site inspections

Education

Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Are you a flexible, innovative and enthusiastic engineer with a background in stormwater design, maintenance and construction who would like to join a progressive asset management team? This is an exciting role responsible for the asset management of Councils drainage assets including stormwater pits, pipes, open channels and flood mitigation structures. You will be identifying, planning and scoping projects for all drainage related assets in the asset renewal program, as well as projects identified in the Flood Risk Management Study and Plan and Catchment Management Plans.

Position Type

Permanent full time

Salary

$112,059 - $125,068 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation, and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role

You will be responsible for developing and implementing a prioritised asset renewal, improvement and maintenance program for all drainage related assets. The role translates asset condition data and community needs into projects aligned with Councils Delivery Program, Operational Program and Long-Term Financial Plan. You will organise asset condition capture, assess risk, prioritise projects, and develop project scopes, timelines and budget estimates prior to handover to project delivery teams. You will also be responsible for update and review of the Flood Risk Management Study and Plan and Catchment Management plans and prioritisation and scoping of the projects identified within these.

Position requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia with significant experience in the design, construction and maintenance of stormwater assets

About you

You are a highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude who has experience and interest in managing drainage assets. You will bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience in drainage asset management, construction and maintenance, with the ability to scope renewal and upgrade projects, attend site visits, and complete site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and technical information to assess needs, manage risk, prioritise projects and inform decisions
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to influence, collaborate and communicate effectively across a wide range of technical abilities
• A strong desire to make a difference and leave our assets in a better condition than when you started

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:

• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave - up to 28 weeks council paid parental leave
  • My Leave – 5 days per annum, prorata for part time
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

Applications close

3 December 2026 at 11.30pm.