Stormwater Asset Engineer

Embrace the opportunity to be part of our collaborative team, elevate your professional journey and make meaningful contributions to the development of our community! 

• Great opportunity for a recent university graduate or experienced Engineer to help shape future infrastructure in our region through innovative design!
• Enjoy a 35-hour workweek with adaptable working hours, embracing a 19 day month with a rostered day off
• Attractive annual salary ranging from $90,556 to $105,240 plus 11% superannuation  

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Stormwater Asset Engineer assists with the management of the urban drainage network. This includes both assisting with managing the serviceability of the existing network and strategically planning for future network expansion. The position is also a source of technical support for all other areas within Council and private works.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide professional and technical advice and support to stakeholders
• Maintain and manage the Asset Management of the Stormwater Network
• Assist with design of new drainage schemes and improvements required to solve drainage problems
• Ensure design contract documentation meets Council and statutory requirements

ABOUT YOU

You are an Engineering Professional who has a keen eye for detail and developed skills in design processes.  You pride yourself on your high level of attention to detail and excellent organisational skills and you are dedicated to delivering projects of a high standard on time.  Additionally, you have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and work well within a team.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent as recognised by Engineers Australia
• Sound knowledge of drainage analysis, modelling, design, construction and maintenance of stormwater facilities as well as stormwater quality improvement measures and community education
• Demonstrated ability to provide input into the development and design process to ensure appropriate stormwater outcomes are provided
• Demonstrated experience in project management and the preparation of contract documentation

WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive annual salary ranging from $90,556 to $105,240 plus 11% superannuation 
• Flexible work options to suit your needs 
• Enjoy a 35-hour workweek with adaptable working hours, embracing a 19 day month with a rostered day off!
• Leaseback vehicle option available
• Thrive within the collaborative and supportive environment of the Council's team, immersed in a welcoming company culture 
• Generous leave provisions to support your work-life balance 
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport, a comprehensive wellbeing program, the opportunity to engage with colleagues via our social club, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential assistance provided by our employee assistance (EAP) program
• Experience the benefits of our salary packaging options, allowing you to maximize your earnings and financial flexibility

If this role sounds appealing to you, take a moment to explore the Position Description

This position requires a pre employment health assessment. Please refer to the attached Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

Closing Date: 9:00am, Monday 25th March 2024

Enquiries: Senior Stormwater Engineer - 02 6801 4913

ABOUT US

We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of over 55,000 people. Our team consisting of 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services. 

Our focus is on delivering high quality services, strengthening our community engagement and strategic management capabilities, building an organisation based on performance and continuous improvement whilst creating a values based organisational culture and developing a professional and engaged team that delivers on our shared values; Progressive, Sustainable, One Team and Integrity. 

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 committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

HOW TO APPLY

1. If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now! 
2. Please fill out the questions in the application page below.
3. On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications.
4. 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.
5. 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. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via the email address you supply as part of your application.