Road Engineer
Position No. 323
Contract - Temporary until August 2027
Up to Band 7 (based on experience) - $103648- $115972 plus 12% statutory superannuation
Graduates welcome to apply
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and experienced Road Planning Engineer to join our Built Environment business unit. In this role you will form solutions and prioritise outcomes relevant to Council road, bridge, path and drainage assets, for integration into maintenance and capital works renewal and improvement programs across the Wellington Shire.
The successful candidate will be offered a variety of challenging functions, with a mix of both field and office work. Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Engagement with internal and external stakeholders, to ensure Council’s works align with community and organisational needs.
- Assistance with Capital works planning including the development of long-term capital works renewal and upgrade plans.
- Development of traffic management solutions.
- Reviewing and approving traffic management plans and issuing memorandum of authorisation documentation.
Undertaking inspections, audit, investigation and reporting activities.
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If you have completed an Engineering degree and have a passion for making difference in the community, we welcome your application.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate how they meet the criteria below:
- Civil Engineering qualification, or in last year of degree program.
- Understanding of road and drainage infrastructure design and maintenance principles.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, analyse data and prioritise tasks.
- Ability to effectively communicate, liaise with and gain co-operation from other employees, public authorities and external providers.
- Aptitude for using current technology, and skills in utilising Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Microsoft Excel software.
Why Wellington?
Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.
Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of “Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities in the heart of Gippsland.” As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.
We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.
We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.
Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities.
Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.
About Wellington
Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.
In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.
Whether it’s a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Mitchell River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere. Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you’ll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.
From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you’ll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try!
Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/ to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.
How to Apply
Applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the application as outlined, and will be accepted no later than 11:59pm Sunday 30 August 2026
