External Works Engineer

Department of Transport and Planning; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning seeks an External Works Engineer to provide expert advice on road and bridge designs for third-party works in Gippsland. You will independently review and endorse development-related designs, oversee construction outcomes and finalise asset handovers in the arterial network.

You will coordinate design reviews, monitor progress, manage risks, guide surveillance staff, resolve issues and ensure compliance with safety and permit requirements while contributing

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering or Project Management (mandatory).
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or project management with road design review experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in road construction, including traffic management.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and coordinate design reviews for arterial road projects.
• Monitor project progress and manage construction risks.
• Guide surveillance staff and resolve construction issues.
• Ensure third parties and contractors meet safety, permit and technical requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and promote safe, flexible team operations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Road Design Review

Australian Driver's Licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

External Works Engineer

Requisition ID: 12381

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Eastern Victoria

Date Posted: 15 Sept 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About The Role

The External Works Engineer – Gippsland provides expert advice on road and bridge designs to developers, councils and DTP teams to ensure third-party road and bridge works on the arterial road network are safe, compliant with DTP standards, and meet community expectations. The role independently manages the review and endorsement of designs for development-related connections and changes to the arterial road network, oversees construction outcomes to ensure quality and compliance and finalises asset handovers.

Key responsibilities include undertaking and coordinating design reviews, monitoring project progress, managing risks, guiding and instructing surveillance staff, resolving construction issues, and ensuring third parties and contractors meet technical, safety and permit requirements. The role also supports continuous improvement and promotes safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

• Uses sound judgement and critical thinking to solve complex problems, interpret guidelines and make informed decisions.
• Plans and coordinates work effectively, monitors progress and takes action to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships, responds constructively to issues and focuses on delivering value.
• Supports and develops others through knowledge sharing, feedback, coaching and learning opportunities.
• Works collaboratively, builds a supportive team environment and shares knowledge to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering or Project Management (mandatory), along with an Australian Driver’s Licence (mandatory).
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or project management, with experience reviewing or developing detailed road designs.
• 5+ years’ experience in road construction, including traffic management associated with road construction.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 30th September 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Greg Stephens, Team Leader External Works (Gippsland) at [e-mail].

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