Survey & Design Engineer – Full-time

An opportunity exists for a professional and highly motivated person to fill the very important role of Survey & Design Engineer at Council.

The primary purpose of the position is to:

• Coordinate/undertake survey and design works primarily for the construction and maintenance of Roads, Drainage and Roadside furnishings, in both rural and urban environments, and to assist in the investigation of all queries regarding these matters.
• Provide project management and site engineering services on occasions.
• Support strategic services planning for the Shire.

Qualifications and Experience

• The successful applicant will possess a well-developed problem-solving ability and demonstrate their excellent interpersonal skills with the general public and fellow employees.
• A Degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and/or minimum of four (4) years' relevant experience in Local Government is essential.
• They must possess a high level of computer literacy in the use of a variety of software applications including MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, GIS (QGIS preferred), flood modelling software, web-based products and information management systems.

Salary and Conditions

• A salary of $81,545.88 - $101,353.20 pa plus 11.5% superannuation and applicable allowances will be offered (depending on qualifications and experience).
• A leaseback vehicle may be negotiated.
• This permanent position is 35 hours per week with a monthly rostered day off.
• Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.
• Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a Pre-employment Functional Assessment which includes an Alcohol and Other Drug Screening and a Hearing Test.

For Further Information

Further enquiries regarding the position are to be directed to Chris Lashbrook, Manager Roads & Drainage, on 0408 254 145 or email to chrisl@leeton.nsw.gov.au.

Applications Closing Date

Applications (including addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description) close Sunday 2 March 2025, and should be emailed to jobs@leeton.nsw.gov.au or be marked CONFIDENTIAL and addressed to:

Human Resources Department
Leeton Shire Council
23-25 Chelmsford Place
LEETON NSW 2705  

Leeton Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.