Senior Infrastructure Planning Engineer

Bundaberg Regional Council; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight roster

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Planning Engineer to shape the region’s coastal and stormwater infrastructure. Working in the Infrastructure Assets Branch, you will provide specialist engineering guidance to support long-term investment, flood resilience, coastal adaptation planning, and asset management outcomes.

You’ll influence major planning decisions to keep Council’s infrastructure sustainable and resilient, with a supportive team culture, ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering (or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia) and RPEQ registration, or the ability to obtain registration.
• Experience in planning, investigating, designing or managing civil infrastructure assets within stormwater, flooding, drainage, or coastal environments.
• Strong technical capability in undertaking complex investigations, preparing business cases, evaluating investment options, and providing specialist engineering advice.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships, influence stakeholders, manage consultants, and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into practical recommendations and community-focused outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist engineering expertise to guide long-term infrastructure investment, flood resilience initiatives, coastal adaptation planning, and strategic asset management outcomes.
• Influence major planning and investment decisions to ensure infrastructure remains sustainable and future-ready.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and manage consultants to deliver best-practice solutions.

Skills

Civil engineering

RPEQ registration

Stakeholder engagement

Complex investigations

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

RPEQ registration or eligible

Job description

$135,911 per annum + $15,400 Vehicle Allowance + $2,600 RPEQ Allowance + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Infrastructure Assets, Infrastructure Operations and DeliveryBundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

About The Opportunity

Join Bundaberg Regional Council as a Senior Infrastructure Planning Engineer and play a key role in shaping the future of the region's coastal and stormwater infrastructure. Working within the Infrastructure Assets Branch, you will provide specialist engineering expertise to guide long-term infrastructure investment, flood resilience initiatives, coastal adaptation planning, and strategic asset management outcomes. This position influences major planning and investment decisions that help ensure Council's infrastructure remains sustainable, resilient, and fit for the future.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering (or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia) and RPEQ registration, or the ability to obtain registration.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, investigating, designing or managing civil infrastructure assets within stormwater, flooding, drainage, or coastal environments.
• Strong technical capability in undertaking complex investigations, preparing business cases, evaluating investment options, and providing specialist engineering advice.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships, influence stakeholders, manage consultants, and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into practical recommendations and community-focused outcomes.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close on Friday 23 October 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.