Works Engineer - Merriwa

Upper Hunter Shire Council; Merriwa; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks annual leave

Relocation & rental policies

Uniform allowance

Long service leave after five years

Training and upskilling opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Upper Hunter Shire Council in Merriwa, NSW invites applications for a permanent Works Engineer to lead delivery of roads, bridges and drainage projects within a busy council works delivery team. You will oversee construction and maintenance, coordinate contractors and resources, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with Transport for NSW and funding bodies.

A tertiary engineering qualification and WHS experience are required, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualificatIons in Engineering (Civil) and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Work Health and Safety requirements.
• Experience coordinating minor works, capital projects and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and maintenance across roads, bridges, footpaths, drainage, parks and facilities.
• Coordinate resources and contractors to deliver works safely, on time and within budget.
• Liaise with Transport for NSW and contribute to RMCC compliance and funding submissions.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Contractor coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Works Engineer

Merriwa
Permanent Full-Time – (35 hours per week)

Therole:

Councilis seeking an experienced and motivated Works Engineer to help deliver vitalinfrastructure and services across the Merriwa area. This is a diverse andrewarding role where you will play a key part in planning, managing anddelivering Council’s construction and maintenance programs that support ourcommunities.

Workingwithin the Works Delivery team, you will oversee Council’s construction andmaintenance activities across roads, bridges, footpaths, drainage, parks andfacilities, as well as supporting the management of Council’s quarries. Youwill provide technical guidance, coordinate resources and contractors, andensure projects and maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently, withinbudget and to a high standard.

Therole also provides an opportunity to work closely with Transport for NSW,including supporting Council’s compliance under the Roads Maintenance CouncilContract (RMCC), as well as contributing to grant funding submissions, capitalworks programs and strategic infrastructure planning.

Thisis a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projectswhile enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful Upper Hunter region and beingpart of a supportive and dedicated Council team.

What’s on offer:

• - A competitive salary package (minimum offer of $111k + 12% super) can be negotiated with the preferred applicant.
• - Four weeks of Annual Leave per year.
• - Access to Rental & Relocation Policies.
• - Generous uniform allowance.
• - Access to Long Service Leave after five years.
• - Training and upskilling opportunities.
• - Salary sacrifice options.

About you:

You are an experienced and practical engineering professionalwho enjoys working collaboratively to deliver high-quality infrastructure andservices for the community. You thrive in a dynamic environment where no twodays are the same – coordinating works, managing contractors, supportingoperational teams, solving problems and ensuring projects and maintenanceactivities are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.

With a strong understanding of civil construction andmaintenance operations, you provide technical guidance and leadership acrossroads, drainage, parks, facilities and other infrastructure. You lead byexample, promote safe work practices, and take pride in delivering outcomesthat enhance community infrastructure and public spaces.

Your application will further demonstrate:

• - Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Civil or related discipline) plus relevant experience in a similar role.
• - Demonstrated experience implementing and promoting Work Health and Safety requirements.
• - Experience coordinating minor works, capital projects and maintenance activities/schedules.
• - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• - Demonstrated experience managing contractors and day labour teams to effectively deliver works and services.

Aboutus:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all ouremployees work together to deliver quality services to support our community.We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community.Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff,which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for allpeople and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providingefficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safetyand to provide improved environmental responsibility. Located in the picturesque UpperHunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeenand Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:

Wednesday 28 October 2026

JobDescription:

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Enquiriesand Further Information:

Give Jay Jeyakanthan – Executive Manager WorksDelivery, a call on 02 6540 1327 or e-mail [e-mail] to discuss this opportunity.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and valuediversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants,including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. Council will providereasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessmentprocess, please advise via [e-mail] or 02 65401100 to discuss.