Project Engineer

Georges River Council; Georges River; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

9-day fortnight

Vehicle allowance or leaseback vehicle

12% superannuation

Fitness Passport Program

Salary packaging options

Ongoing education and resources

Annual leave and other entitlements

Job summary

Georges River Council is seeking a Project Engineer to lead delivery of building, civil and community infrastructure across the Georges River area. You will manage projects from concept through procurement, construction and completion, coordinating with contractors, consultants and government agencies to achieve scope, budget, quality and time objectives.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a hybrid working environment, a 9‑day fortnight, generous leave, 12% superannuation, and various

Qualifications

• Experience delivering building, civil and infrastructure projects.
• Strong budgeting, financial management and cost control.
• Stakeholder engagement with government agencies and communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports and funding submissions.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and WHS legislation.
• Risk management in construction projects.
• Current Class C Driver Licence and Construction Induction White Card.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from concept to completion with scope, budget, quality and time controls.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and government bodies.
• Prepare reports, briefing notes, and funding submissions for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and contract administration.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Contract administration

WHS compliance

Risk management

Communication

Driver Licence

White Card

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Permanent, Full-Time | $101,723.29 - $117,859.55 + 12% superannuation | Hurstville

Lead Community Infrastructure Projects That Make a Difference

About the Role

Join our City Technical Services team and play a pivotal role in delivering a diverse portfolio of building, civil and community infrastructure projects that help shape the future of the Georges River area.

As Project Engineer, you will manage projects from concept and design through to procurement, construction and completion, ensuring successful delivery across scope, budget, quality and time objectives. Working closely with contractors, consultants, government agencies, community groups and internal stakeholders, you will help bring important community facilities and infrastructure projects to life.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project professional who enjoys taking ownership of complex projects, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering tangible outcomes for the community. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the planning and delivery of projects that enhance public spaces, improve community assets and support Council's long-term vision.

If you're a proactive and solutions-focused professional with experience in construction, infrastructure or project delivery, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working within a collaborative and supportive environment.

What We Offer

• Permanent, Full-Time - 70 hours per fortnight
• Salary from $101,723.29 - $117,859.55 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Civil Liability Allowance 3.5%
• Vehicle Allowance OR Leaseback Vehicle
• 9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
• Hybrid working environment and flexible start and finish times
• Generous leave entitlements, including annual leave, personal leave, additional MyLeave, and enhanced parental leave
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Rewards Program
• Ongoing Education and Resources

The successful candidate will have

• Experience in the project management and delivery of building, civil and infrastructureprojects, including knowledge of contemporary construction methodologies, procurementstrategies and contract delivery models.
• Demonstrated experience in project budgeting, financial management, cost control andcontract administration.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, community consultation and themanagement of relationships with government agencies, sporting organisations,consultants and contractors.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, including the preparation ofreports, briefing notes, correspondence, funding submissions and presentations for seniormanagement, Executive and Council.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, the EnvironmentalPlanning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, Work Health andSafety legislation, and applicable Government policies, guidelines and technicalrequirements.
• Proven experience in project risk identification, assessment, mitigation and ongoing riskmanagement within a construction and infrastructure environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation, contractor management,site safety obligations and safe work practices.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement, tendering and the administration ofconstruction contracts.
• Current Class C Driver License.
• Construction Induction White Card.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Tom Heath, Manager City Technical Services on 02 9330 9459.

Closing Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026 at 11.59 PM AEST

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.