Principal Coordinator Infrastructure Design

Banana Shire Council; Biloela; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Superannuation up to 12%

Career progression

Job summary

Banana Shire Council seeks a Principal Coordinator Infrastructure Design to lead planning, design and delivery of roads, bridges, drainage and other public assets. You will supervise technical staff, coordinate consultants and manage projects end-to-end from concept through completion.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, RPEQ registration, and the ability to work across multiple council departments, ensuring compliance with standards and budgets.

Qualifications

• Queensland 'C' class manual driver's licence.
• QLD General Safety Induction - White or Blue Card.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered Engineer of Qld (RPEQ).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and engineering support to internal and external stakeholders on infrastructure planning, design and construction.

Skills

Infrastructure planning

Project management

Asset management

Surveying

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Registered Engineer of Qld (RPEQ)

Tools

GIS

Engineering design software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Shape the future of our region's infrastructure.

Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Principal Coordinator Infrastructure Design to join our Infrastructure Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Civil Engineer to play a key role in the planning, design, management and delivery of Council's infrastructure projects while providing technical leadership and engineering expertise across the organisation.

Working within a collaborative team environment, you will contribute to the sustainable development, maintenance and improvement of Council's roads, bridges, drainage and other public infrastructure assets.

About the Role

As the Principal Coordinator Infrastructure Design, you will provide professional engineering advice and technical support relating to infrastructure planning, design and construction. You will manage projects from concept through to completion, oversee consultants and contractors, and support the ongoing development of Council's Assets and Technical Services team.

Key responsibilities include:

Provide technical advice and engineering support to internal and external stakeholders on operational works, development standards, design requirements and infrastructure projects, including the preparation of construction plans, engineering calculations, cost estimates, specifications and technical documentation.

Investigate, assess and report on issues relating to the repair, maintenance and construction of Council's infrastructure assets.

Undertake specialist technical assessments and designs, including Heavy Vehicle Route Assessments, Level 2 bridge inspections, Road Safety Audits and traffic management design.

Supervise, train and mentor Technical Services team members.

Manage infrastructure projects and technical consultants to achieve agreed scope, budget, quality and program outcomes.

Prepare, submit and administer infrastructure funding applications and associated reporting requirements.

Develop, implement and continuously improve work practices, procedures, policies and management systems.

Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the Technical Services budget.

Represent Council at government, industry, community and stakeholder meetings and forums.

Perform all duties in accordance with relevant legislation, technical standards, and Council's quality, safety, environmental and operational policies and procedures.

Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations

Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information

Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position eg. timesheets

Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required

Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required

Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Compulsory

Queensland 'C' class manual driver's licence

QLD General Safety Induction - White or Blue Card

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.

Registered Engineer of Qld (RPEQ).

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Demonstrated experience in engineering, in particular infrastructure planning/design, project management, asset management, and surveying

High level of keyboard and computer skills including engineering, survey and design software, GIS and the MS Office Suite of programs

Demonstrated ability to supervise a team in an environment of change, establish work priorities and meet deadlines

Knowledge of Council Departments, policies and procedures and relevant legislative requirements

Good literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices

Why Join Us?

Enjoy a 9-day fortnight

Superannuation (up to 12%)

Work across diverse infrastructure projects that make a real difference to the community

Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth and development

Stable local government environment offering work-life balance and career progression

Access to wellness programs, social club, and Employee Assistance Program

About us

Banana Shire Council is a progressive local government authority servicing over 15,000 residents across a diverse rural and regional area. Our purpose is to build a thriving, liveable and sustainable community, and we take pride in the services we deliver to our residents. Join us and be part of an organisation that makes a real difference.

If this role sounds like the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Position will remain open until it is filled.