Senior Engineer

Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

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Employer superannuation contributions

Job summary

A state government department in Queensland is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead critical infrastructure projects that strengthen communities. In this role, you will deliver expert engineering and project management advice while overseeing water, wastewater, and solid waste initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, strong project management capabilities, and experience in water infrastructure. The position offers flexible work options, a collaborative team setting, and opportunities to enhance your expertise.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of post-graduate experience in engineering.
• Experience in water and wastewater infrastructure design or operations is highly desirable.
• RPEQ registration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical infrastructure projects across Queensland.
• Deliver engineering and project management advice to stakeholders.
• Administer infrastructure grants and ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 800 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses and water resources thrive.

The Role:

Lead critical infrastructure projects that strengthen Queensland communities. As Senior Engineer, you will deliver expert engineering and project management advice, oversee water, wastewater and solid waste initiatives, and help local and Indigenous councils deliver practical, lasting outcomes. Join a small, collaborative team where your technical expertise, judgement and communication skills will shape infrastructure investment, build sector capability and support safe, sustainable services across the state.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of critical infrastructure programs and projects across Queensland.
• Provide engineering and project advice to the department, councils and other stakeholders.
• Oversee water, wastewater and solid waste projects, administer infrastructure grants, and deliver work to agreed timeframes, budgets, quality standards and legislative requirements.
• Build strong working relationships across the division and with community stakeholders, and prepare high-quality briefs, correspondence and reports.

About You:

• You hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent, with at least 3 years of post-graduate experience.
• You bring strong engineering, contract and project management capability, clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Experience in water and wastewater infrastructure design, construction or operations is highly desirable.
• You are organised, adaptable and committed to safe, inclusive and high-quality service delivery. Travel may be required, including overnight stays.
• RPEQ registration is advantageous.

The Benefits:

• Meaningful work that improves essential infrastructure for Queensland communities.
• A supportive, high-performing team with opportunities to broaden your technical and project experience.
• Flexible work options, including compressed hours or adjusted office hours, where operationally appropriate.
• Access to leave loading and up to 12.75% employer superannuation contributions.

Diversity & Inclusion Strategy:

DLGWV is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We value the diversity of our workforce and are guided by the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy. Please refer to our: Equity and Diversity Plan, Cultural capability action plan, disability service plan and multicultural action plan. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual's contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive.

We believe our workforce should represent the community we serve. We strongly encourage enquiries and applications from people with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.