Engineering Officer - Community Infrastructure, St Pauls

Recruitmenthub; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 6 weeks

Public holidays

Uniforms

Professional development

Job summary

Torres Strait Island Regional Council is seeking a motivated Engineering Officer to join our Engineering Services team on St Pauls Island. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality infrastructure across the region, including roads, water and wastewater, waste management, and airport/marine facility upkeep.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, ensuring safety while maintaining and improving essential community assets.

Qualifications

• Mandatory current C class driver's licence (Open) and not expired; no Learner's Licence.
• Practical experience in civil works, maintenance, or infrastructure services (desirable).
• Ability to operate plant and equipment safely (tickets/licences highly regarded).
• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety standards.
• Good communication skills and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair community infrastructure including roads, parks, stormwater systems, marine facilities, and public amenities.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of water supply and wastewater treatment systems, ensuring safe and reliable services.
• Support landfill and waste collection operations in line with environmental guidelines.
• Conduct airport and seaport inspections and maintenance in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Operate plant, machinery, tools, and equipment safely and effectively.
• Monitor infrastructure conditions and report defects promptly.
• Respond to maintenance issues and breakdowns to minimise service disruptions.

Skills

C class license

Civil works

Plant operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

Torres Strait Island Regional Council is seeking a motivated Engineering Officer to join our Engineering Services team on St Pauls Island. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality infrastructure across the region, including roads, water and wastewater, waste management, and airport/marine facility upkeep.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, ensuring safety while maintaining and improving essential community assets.