Design Engineer
Job Task Analysis - Infrastructure Engineer
- Join a high-performing, collaborative engineering design team and apply your expertise to diverse and meaningful projects that benefit the local community
- Enhance your project management and technical design capabilities
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Fulltime permanent opportunity
- Band 5 $81,188 – $93,494 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
- Location: Cheltenham
An exciting opportunity awaits a Civil Design Engineer to become part of Kingston City Council’s Engineering Design Team within the Infrastructure Department. This team plays a pivotal role in delivering major infrastructure initiatives, including road upgrades, traffic management solutions, and flood mitigation projects.
Renowned for its technical excellence and recipient of multiple industry awards, the Engineering Design Team is central to shaping Kingston’s built environment.
As a Design Engineer, you will be instrumental in providing civil engineering design services for municipal infrastructure projects. This hands-on role involves producing detailed construction plans, technical calculations, and contract documentation for projects of varying scope and complexity.
You will also conduct site investigations, develop concept designs, and offer expert technical guidance to both internal and external stakeholders.
Other Responsibilities include
- Develop civil infrastructure designs and construction plans using drafting and design software.
- Manage the design phase of small to medium-scale projects, including engineering reports, cost estimates, and contract documentation.
- Collaborate with internal departments, external authorities, consultants, and developers on engineering matters and approvals.
- Respond to technical enquiries with timely, accurate, and professional advice, aligned with best practices and Council policies.
- Engage with the community on infrastructure concerns such as flooding investigations and requests for road and footpath improvements.
- Provide stormwater drainage assessments as part of the Development Approval referral process.
- Strong knowledge of stormwater and road design principles.
- Proven experience in project delivery within civil infrastructure.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, civil design software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- A degree in Civil Engineering accredited under the Washington Accord.
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of
We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. We look forward to hearing from you!
For any inquiries about the position, please contact, Engineering Design Team Leader, Jeanne Rossouw at Jeanne.Rossouw@kingston.vic.gov.au
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
- Close to Public transport
- Free Onsite parking
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
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