Field Civil Engineer – Project Delivery & Safety

Sunshine Coast Council; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

9-day fortnight / hybrid work

Salary packaging

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Council is seeking a motivated Construction Engineer to lead civil infrastructure projects across the Sunshine Coast region. You will oversee field delivery, coordinate contractors and ensure safety, quality and environmental standards are met.

With a degree in Civil Engineering and strong leadership, WHS knowledge and stakeholder engagement, you’ll drive project outcomes, audits and continuous improvement in a dynamic council team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead contractors/project teams.
• Solid knowledge of WH&S, environmental compliance and risk management.
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of civil infrastructure projects that are safe, compliant, on budget and built to a high standard.
• Coordinate construction activities, resources and contractors to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.
• Conduct on-site audits and inspections, championing safety, quality and environmental compliance across all works.
• Provide technical expertise, project oversight and practical solutions to support successful project outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, supervisors and stakeholders to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Help shape a positive safety culture while delivering infrastructure that benefits the Sunshine Coast community.

Skills

Leadership

WH&S

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

C Class Driver Licence

Construction White Card

Job description

Sunshine Coast Council is seeking a motivated Construction Engineer to lead civil infrastructure projects across the Sunshine Coast region. You will oversee field delivery, coordinate contractors and ensure safety, quality and environmental standards are met.

With a degree in Civil Engineering and strong leadership, WHS knowledge and stakeholder engagement, you’ll drive project outcomes, audits and continuous improvement in a dynamic council team.