AT THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY. AT THE START OF THE FUTURE. That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Design Engineer. Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that. FIND PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH An excellent opportunity awaits the right candidate to become a part of our Infrastructure team, where you can actively contribute to the planning and advancement of Council's civil infrastructure. The Design Engineer is responsible for the preparation and delivery of civil engineering plans and/or computer models for the organisation to meet budget, strategic and operational requirements. We work on extremely unique and exciting projects every day as we own and operate our infrastructure. As a Design Engineer, you could be designing infrastructure for Dubbo Regional and Wellington Airports, Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets, residential and industrial subdivisions, and significant urban and rural road upgrades. This role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunities to investigate, prepare, develop and manage engineering designs using civil design programs including 12d, Microstation and XPSTORM for projects such as rural and urban roads, water and sewer reticulation and stormwater drainage systems. You’ll make an impact by: Taking ownership of the preparation and delivery of civil engineering plans and/or computer models for the organisation to meet budget, strategic and operational requirements Providing technical advice to both internal and external stakeholders Undertaking concept designs for long term infrastructure planning WHAT YOU'LL BRING You are an Engineering Professional who has a keen eye for detail, and developed skills in survey and design. Experience in Local Government will be viewed favourably. A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering (or Environmental Engineering) and a demonstrated ability to use survey equipment including GNSS rovers, digital levels, Total Stations and Ground Penetrating Radar will be considered favourably, as well as extensive design experience in Local Government civil works. To thrive in this role, you will need: Minimum of 2 years Civil Infrastructure Design experience Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, or demonstrated progression through a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent as recognised by Engineers Australia, or extensive Civil Engineering design experience Proficiency in the use of Design, Drafting and Microsoft Office software. (Council is currently using the following software packages – 12D, Microstation, Autoturn 11 and XPSTORM) Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and ability to work within a team environment Well-developed report writing and communication skills Demonstrated organisational and time management skills READY TO FIND MORE FROM WORK AND LIFE? Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career. Attractive annual salary ranging from $90,556 to $105,240 is on offer. To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description. Enquiries: Manager Infrastructure Strategy and Design - 02 6801 4914 Closing Date: 9:00am, Friday 23rd August 2024 WHY DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL? At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us: Find purpose and impact Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond. Find personal and professional growth You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career. Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care. You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits: Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances. Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more. Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club. Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family. Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. HOW TO APPLY If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now Please fill out the questions in the application page below. On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications. Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later. We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready. A panel will assess all applications for suitability against the essential criteria for the position. Once completed, an interview, skills assessment or task and reference checks may be undertaken. 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