Senior Lead Civil Engineer – Development & Mentorship

Council Jobs; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12.65% superannuation

Salary sacrifices

Professional development

Job summary

The Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking a Lead Senior Engineer to provide expert advice on development applications, assess complex proposals and lead a team of engineers.

You will collaborate with developers, consultants and stakeholders to ensure outcomes meet standards, legislation and best-practice engineering principles, while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university.
• RPEQ registration or ability to obtain within 12 months of commencement.
• Engineers Australia corporate membership or eligibility.
• Current C Class Driver Licence.
• Construction Industry White Card or willingness to obtain before commencement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment of engineering aspects of development applications.
• Review and approve engineering plans, reports and technical submissions.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for Council and delegated authorities.
• Provide expert advice to developers, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor, coach and support team members while fostering continuous improvement.
• Manage complex issues, negotiations and stakeholder relationships with professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, Council standards and engineering best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

People development

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

RPEQ registration / ability within 12 months

Engineers Australia corporate membership

Current C Class Driver Licence

Construction Industry White Card

Job description

The Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking a Lead Senior Engineer to provide expert advice on development applications, assess complex proposals and lead a team of engineers.

You will collaborate with developers, consultants and stakeholders to ensure outcomes meet standards, legislation and best-practice engineering principles, while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement.