Senior Dam Safety Engineer – Referable Dams

Cairns Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 107,734 - 134,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Subsidised health memberships

Up to 5 weeks annual leave

Personal leave benefits

Paid parental leave

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A regional local government in Queensland seeks a qualified professional to lead dam safety management. This role involves overseeing engineering activities, conducting assessments, and working collaboratively with other teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), demonstrated experience in dam safety engineering, and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits such as flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia / Professionals Australia.
• Strong knowledge of dam safety frameworks and ANCOLD guidelines.
• Demonstrated capability in routine inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead dam safety management program across referable dams.
• Oversee engineering activities for safe operation and monitoring.
• Conduct routine inspections and critical safety assessments.

Skills

Dam safety engineering

Communication skills

Problem solving

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)

Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ)

Job description

A regional local government in Queensland seeks a qualified professional to lead dam safety management. This role involves overseeing engineering activities, conducting assessments, and working collaboratively with other teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), demonstrated experience in dam safety engineering, and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits such as flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.