Works Engineer - Merriwa

Works Engineer

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

The role:
Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Works Engineer to help deliver vital infrastructure and services across the Merriwa area. This is a diverse and rewarding role where you will play a key part in planning, managing and delivering Council’s construction and maintenance programs that support our communities.

Working within the Works Delivery team, you will oversee Council’s construction and maintenance activities across roads, bridges, footpaths, drainage, parks and facilities, as well as supporting the management of Council’s quarries. You will provide technical guidance, coordinate resources and contractors, and ensure projects and maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget and to a high standard.

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

This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects while enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful Upper Hunter region and being part 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 professional who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver high-quality infrastructure and services for the community. You thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same – coordinating works, managing contractors, supporting operational teams, solving problems and ensuring projects and maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.

With a strong understanding of civil construction and maintenance operations, you provide technical guidance and leadership across roads, drainage, parks, facilities and other infrastructure. You lead by example, promote safe work practices, and take pride in delivering outcomes that 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.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees 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 all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:
Wednesday 28 October 2026

Job Description:
To view the job description for this role, please click here

Enquiries and Further Information:
Give Jay Jeyakanthan – Executive Manager Works Delivery, a call on 02 6540 1327 or e-mail [email protected] to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply:
All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity 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 provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [email protected] or 02 65401100 to discuss.