Job search
Senior Engineer (Civil)
North Queensland Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Townsville
An exciting temporary opportunity has become available for a PO4 Senior Engineer (Civil) to join Transport and Main Roads within the Northern district.
Achieve that work/life balance that everyone aspires to while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle with an abundance of spectacular and unique and world-famous tourist attractions, including the beautiful Great Barrier Reef.
Don’t hesitate – apply today!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Engineering & Surveying |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/638176/25 |
| Closing date | 10-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 12 Months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Russell Evans |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 4421 8803 Access the National Relay Service |
About us
North Queensland Region consists of Far North, North West and Northern districts with offices in Cairns, Cloncurry and Townsville the region extends from the tip of Australia (including islands), west to Camooweal (Northern Territory border) and as far south as Home Hill.
The region has a population of over 546,000 people and incorporates 35 local governments and is supported by agriculture, tourism, fishing, mining and retail. The region manages 1,756kms National Highways, 6,335km State controlled roads and has 35,483km local government roads. The North Queensland area covers 589,240km2 (38.2% of Queensland State).
This region incorporates some world-famous tourism destinations to name a few:
Daintree, Cassowary Coast of Mission Beach, Atherton Tablelands, Kuranda, Magnetic Island, historic Charters Towers and of course the Great Barrier Reef. We have it all from coastal towns, secluded beaches, untouched rainforests, to the dry heat of the outback, and of course expansive areas of reef, all this makes this region sought after for its quality and unique environment.
Benefits (including, but not limited to)
• Annual Registered Professional Engineers Queensland (RPEQ) compensation payment of $8,200
• Annual reimbursement of professional fees
• 5 weeks annual leave + 14% annual leave loading
The Role
In the role of Senior Engineer (Civil) you will project manage the delivery of multiple road infrastructure projects through the provision of technical expertise and the administration of contracts and support to the design, construction and maintenance processes.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Provide support and advice on the planning and design process, to ensure delivery of project outcomes, value for money and best practice are achieved.
• Undertake tendering and estimating activities to support the effective development and delivery of road infrastructure projects.
• Determine the engineering requirements, including materials, critical components and systems, involved in supporting project management and delivery.
• Maintain and apply all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary for the design and construction of road infrastructure projects.
• Ensure all quality management procedures are adhered to in order to facilitate the delivery of road projects to a high and consistent standard for both Transport and Main Roads and clients.
• Manage and maintain effective liaison and communication with all levels of internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to transport infrastructure delivery activities.
• In managing projects, you will have the responsibility to plan, assign, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff that would include encouraging teamwork and fostering a positive attitude toward the achievement of organisational objectives.
Mandatory qualifications and conditions
• A four-year, Washington Accord accredited, Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalence which is assessed/accepted by Engineers Australia against Washington Accord benchmarks.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for appointment to the position.
• A current Class ‘C' Drivers Licence
• Pre-employment checks, including a criminal history screening and declaration of serious discipline history will required to be completed.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.
Apply online through the Smart Jobs and careers website www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au or if you want further information on the position contact Russell Evans on (07) 4421 8803
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/638176/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 10 June 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
