Roads Engineer

Walgett Shire Council; Walgett; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

My Leave (wellbeing leave)

Relocation assistance

Shared housing available

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is seeking a Roads Engineer to plan and deliver improvements across the Shire’s road network. You will balance fieldwork with project planning, from investigation to handover, and ensure safety, quality and value for money in every project.

You will engage with Council crews, consultants and Transport for NSW, manage priorities, develop scopes and estimates, and contribute to funding applications and reporting for funded works.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline for road and civil infrastructure.
• Experience investigating, designing, coordinating or delivering road, pavement, drainage or civil infrastructure works.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction contracts, estimates and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of road construction and maintenance, quality assurance, work health and safety, traffic management and environmental controls.
• Strong project coordination, contract administration, record keeping and financial monitoring skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including explaining technical matters to different audiences.
• Ability to organise competing priorities, work independently in the field and raise risks promptly.
• A current Class C driver licence and Construction Induction Card.

Responsibilities

• Take road projects from investigation and planning through to construction and completion.
• Help improve the roads that connect Walgett Shire’s communities, farms and essential services.
• Involve in road maintenance, capital projects and flood damage restoration.
• Coordinate with Council crews, contractors, consultants and Transport for NSW on roads, pavements, drainage, construction methods, safety and value for money.
• Assist in funding applications, claims and reporting for funded works.
• Support coordinated delivery across Council’s road programs with RMCC and Local/Regional Roads teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Contract administration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Take road projects from investigation and planning through to construction and completion.
• Help improve the roads that connect Walgett Shire’s communities, farms and essential services.
• Earn $78,000 to $95,411 per year, depending on skills and experience, plus superannuation.
• Access shared housing for $150 per week, with relocation assistance potentially available.

About the role:

Roads are essential to life and work across Walgett Shire. They connect our towns and villages, support local industries and help people reach the services they rely on. As Roads Engineer, you will help plan and deliver improvements across the Shire’s local and regional road network.

This is an opportunity to see your engineering work make a practical difference. You will be involved throughout the life of road and civil infrastructure projects, from investigating problems and assessing options to developing designs, coordinating delivery and handing over completed works.

Your work will include road maintenance, capital projects and flood damage restoration. You will work closely with Council crews, contractors, consultants and Transport for NSW, and provide engineering advice on roads, pavements, drainage, construction methods, safety and value for money.

The role combines time in the field with project planning and technical work. You will help assess road conditions, set priorities, prepare project scopes and estimates, monitor construction and keep projects on track. You will also contribute to funding applications, claims and reporting for funded works.

You will work closely with the RMCC, Local and Regional Roads, and Capital Works Coordinators to support coordinated delivery across Council’s road programs.

About you:

You are a civil engineering professional who enjoys turning technical plans into practical results. You can assess a problem, develop a sound solution and work with others to deliver it safely and to a good standard.

You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline relevant to road and civil infrastructure engineering.
• Experience investigating, designing, coordinating or delivering road, pavement, drainage or civil infrastructure works.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction contracts, estimates and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of road construction and maintenance, quality assurance, work health and safety, traffic management and environmental controls.
• Strong project coordination, contract administration, record keeping and financial monitoring skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical matters to different audiences.
• The ability to organise competing priorities, work independently in the field and raise risks promptly.
• A current Class C driver licence and Construction Induction Card.

Experience with Transport for NSW standards and specifications, the RMCC or other road maintenance contracts, regional road networks, local government or flood restoration programs will be well regarded. Membership of, or eligibility for membership of, Engineers Australia, IPWEA or another relevant professional body is also desirable.

The full position description can be viewed here .

What we offer:

• Salary from $78,000 to $95,411 depending on skills and experience.
• Superannuation in addition to your salary.
• 5 weeks annual leave each year.
• An additional week of My Leave, Council's wellness and wellbeing leave.
• Relocation assistance for a strong candidate.
• Shared housing may be available for $150 per week, subject to availability.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Most importantly, we want to create a workplace where good people enjoy working together. We value experience, different perspectives, practical ideas and people who are prepared to share what they know.
• You will have room to exercise professional judgement, an opportunity to influence how we deliver our service and colleagues who are expected to support one another.

The overall value of the package extends well beyond the advertised salary. Housing assistance, relocation support, and additional leave provide a significant financial and lifestyle benefit.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday, 16 November 2026.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle-steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people-first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.