Works & Infrastructure Civil Engineer

Mildura Rural City Council; Red Cliffs; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Study support program

Learning & development opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council, based at the Red Cliffs Depot, invites applications for a technical support role within the Infrastructure Works team. You will assist in engineering, road construction, asset management and capital works projects, contributing to planning, design and delivery.

The ideal candidate holds an Engineering/Drafting/Surveying qualification with project delivery experience, CAD proficiency, and a current driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma qualifications in Engineering, Drafting, Surveying, Civil Set-out or equivalent with extensive relevant experience.
• Experience delivering projects, including contract documents, estimates, supervision and site inspection reports.
• Proficiency in civil surveying procedures and CAD with ability to apply standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Infrastructure Works team in engineering, road construction and asset management.
• Assist with project planning, design, contract documents and investigations.
• Support development of project scopes and plans for the capital works program.

Skills

Engineering

Drafting

Surveying

Civil set-out

Driver's Licence

Education

Engineering/Drafting/Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Road design software

Job description

Be part of a dynamic team based at our Red Cliffs Depot delivering essential infrastructure projects, assisting with project design, investigations, asset management and the successful delivery of road and civil works.

• Full Time
• Job Number: R2782
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 17 September 2026

About the Opportunity

Provide technical support to the Infrastructure Works team by assisting with engineering, road construction and maintenance, asset management and capital works projects. Responsibilities include project planning and design, preparing contract documentation, surveying and investigations, estimating works, monitoring project delivery, providing technical advice, and assisting in the development of project scopes and plans for Council's capital works program.

What you will bring

Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Degree or Diploma qualifications and experience in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Drafting, Surveying, and Civil Set-out or lessor formal qualification with extensive relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of projects, including preparing contract documents, jobs estimates, site work supervision and the production of site inspection reports.
• Experience in civil surveying procedures and Computer Aided Drafting with the ability to apply specifications, standards, codes, acts, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of road construction and maintenance works, drainage works and traffic design principles.
• A current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• OH&S Construction Induction Card

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $96,410 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au

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