Design Engineer  

• Full Time  - Permanent role 
• Salary range between $84,273-$91,324, negotiable upon successful appointment into the role + plus superannuation 
• Great work-life balance | Flexible working options available 

 

Are you looking for an organisation that supports staff through career development and flexible work options? 

Do you want to escape the city life and experience the regional lifestyle?  

Wodonga Council supports its staff in accessing genuine flexible work and leave options including working from home, flexible start and finish times, paid parental leave arrangements and purchasing additional leave.   

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Wodonga Council is dedicated to providing high quality services across the community.  

We are a values-driven organisation that is committed to building healthy and engaged teams which benefit from our flexible work options, health and wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities, so that we grow as individuals and as an organisation. We recognise the importance of balancing work and life and understand that priorities change with time.  

At Wodonga Council we offer meaningful work and take pride in what we do. 

 

The role 

The Design Engineer will assist in the effective and efficient operation of council’s projects and design team undertaking investigations, survey and design, development, approval and supervision, project management and associated works to achieve the objectives of the Council Plan. 

 

Key aspects of the role include the following. 

• Prepare accurate drawings, works schedules, estimates and technical specifications for infrastructure projects including road construction works, road renewal works, reseal and asphalt works, footpath and cycle paths, drainage works, and any other civil works associated with local government 
• Produce engineering designs, specifications, tender documents, estimates of costs and investigation reports that are thorough and produced according to schedule and recognised standards. 
• Assess subdivision and planning permit applications engineering plans to ensure compliance with planning permit conditions, council’s standards and desirable development outcomes are achieved. 
• Assist in the operation of the unit including advance planning, policy development, utilisation of resources and contract administration. 
• Produce engineering designs, specifications, tender documents, estimates of costs and investigation reports that are thorough and produced according to schedule and recognised standards. 
• Undertake project supervision and contract administration of engineering works, contracts and projects. 

 

Key Selection Criteria:  

Our ideal candidate will be able to show us the following. 

1. A Washington Accord Degree in Civil Engineering, and/or relevant experience. 

2. Demonstrated experience in or the ability to develop skills in municipal design and supervision of the construction of local government infrastructure. 

3. Ability to utilise information technology systems including AutoCad, Word, Excel, GIS, and other relevant IT systems. 

4. Ability to manage own time, set priorities and organise to achieve specific objectives as required despite conflicting tasks. 

 

How to Apply  

Visit our website www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/careers 

Use the “apply” button to commence your application. 

• When you apply, there will be text fields to type and address the key selection criteria as outlined above (support on how to address this criteria can be found here)   
• Upload a brief cover letter  
• Upload a current resume 

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following. 

• A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months) 
• A current driver’s licence 
• Any other mandatory requirements outlined in the position description (eg. first aid, CPR, WWCC, forklift). 

The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) might  also be required. 

If applicable, evidence regarding right to work in Australia will need to be presented. 

 

Enquiries 

Manager Projects and Assets – Danny Muldeary – dmuldeary@wodonga.vic.gov.au - (02) 6022 9258 

 

Applications close 11.59pm,Thursday 10th October 2024  

Position description below 

Wodonga Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. 

Wodonga Council is an equal opportunity employer and provides many benefits for staff, including: 

• Employee health and wellbeing programs; 
• Flexible work arrangements; 
• Learning and development; and, 
• Career pathways and opportunities. 

The organisation prides itself on having a positive and supportive culture. We are committed to ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow and enhance the skills of our staff.  We have a strong commitment to the council’s corporate values of trust, integrity, learning and respect. 

We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community; people with a disability; people from any gender identity and sexuality orientation; and, people from every age, culture and ethnic background. 

If you have special needs that we can address to assist you to submit your application or to fully participate in the selection process, please contact us. 

We welcome applications from veterans and defence families. If you are a veteran and would like to discuss how your skills may transfer across, please contact us at hr@wodonga.vic.gov.au.