Engineering Design Officer

Build Your Future with the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

· Be a clean and green city

· Be a place people call home

· Have facilities and services for everyone

· Encourage and support economic development and diversification

· Be a quality employer.

Salary starting from $95974

About the role

The City is seeking an experienced Engineering Design Officer to provide specialist civil design expertise and support delivery of the City’s Annual Capital Works Program.

Reporting to the Coordinator Engineering Design, the position is responsible for preparing concept and detailed civil designs, technical documentation and cost estimates to support funding, procurement and construction. The role works across road, drainage and other civil infrastructure projects and liaises with internal teams, contractors, consultants, utility providers, Main Roads Western Australia and the community to deliver safe, practical and cost-effective infrastructure outcomes.

Duties: Key responsibilities include;

· Prepare concept and detailed civil infrastructure designs, including roads and drainage, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

· Prepare complete design documentation and detailed cost estimates suitable for funding, procurement and construction.

· Manage traffic counters and analyze traffic data to support investigation and design development.

· Arrange and oversee survey activities and incorporate accurate topographical information into engineering designs.

· Liaise with community members, utility providers, consultants, contractors, Main Roads Western Australia and other government agencies to resolve design issues and minimize project risks.

· Provide technical design support during construction and respond to design-related enquiries.

· Apply statutory requirements, industry standards and City policies to ensure designs are compliant and fit for purpose.

· Support the review, development and continuous improvement of the City’s engineering technical standards, drawing formats and design documentation.

About You: To be considered, you'll need;

· Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent professional experience in a similar technical capacity.

· Demonstrated technical proficiency in civil infrastructure design, particularly road infrastructure, drainage systems and detailed cost estimating.

· Advanced skills in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, together with a high level of competency in Microsoft Office for project documentation and data management.

· Proven ability to manage competing workloads and priorities and deliver high-quality project outcomes within required timeframes.

· Sound knowledge and demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant statutory requirements, industry standards/guidelines and Council policies.

· Functional understanding of surveying methodologies and survey equipment to support engineering design and implementation.

· Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with community members, utility providers, consultants and government agencies, including Main Roads Western Australia.

· Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise and professional technical reports and design documentation.

· Current satisfactory National Police Clearance.

· Current valid Western Australian "C" or "CA" Class Driver’s License.

Values

· Accountability - We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments.

· Collaboration - We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals.

· Teamwork- We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together.

· Respect - We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships.

· Integrity- We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do.

· Transparency - We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust.

· Excellence - We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:

· Salary sacrificing

· Flexible Working Arrangements in accordance with City policy

· A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program

· Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions

· Training and development opportunities

· Free Parking

· Subsidized gym/leisure center membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)

· $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities

· Rebated childcare offered

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.