Our Mission
Community infrastructure that doesn’t just connect places - it connects generations. Our team is dedicated to ensuring safe, sustainable, and future-ready civil works that improve everyday life are delivered for our community. Our fast-paced development engineering department supports the delivery of community amenity whether it is upgrading transport corridors, enhancing stormwater systems, or designing public amenity, we believe in engineering assessment with purpose and precision.
The Impact You'll Make
In this permanent role, you’ll be at the heart of delivering planning referral assessments, construction phase inspection/supervision for developments, and provide in-house advice and consultation. Your expertise will help shape designs, solve complex site challenges, and ensure equitable and accessible community amenity is considered to support Alpine Shire for future generations. The work you do will leave a legacy for years to come.
What You'll Do
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Review technical drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
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Oversee contractors and consultants to ensure compliance with planning requirements and applicable regulations.
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Conduct site inspections, resolve engineering issues, and provide technical guidance to project teams.
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Collaborate with stakeholders, including local authorities, community representatives, and environmental specialists.
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Support and manage traffic related engineering enquiries.
What You'll Bring
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Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
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Proven experience in civil infrastructure design review and infrastructure site inspection.
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Ideally within local government or public works.
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Strong knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, codes, and WHS/Environmental requirements.
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Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, or similar.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Why You'll Love It Here
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Be part of a passionate, supportive team committed to supporting projects that matter.
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Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
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Options to work some days from home in line with organisational policies.
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The satisfaction of seeing your work directly benefiting the community.
Join Us - Apply Now!
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Permanent position based in the beautiful Bright.
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Alpine Shire Council 2023 Enterprise Agreement.
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Full time Band 7A annual salary: $100,353 (pro rata for part time), plus leave loading & superannuation.
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Monthly RDOs for a full-time position.
Applications close 11:59pm 21 June 2026.
About Alpine Shire
Alpine Shire Council is a values-based organisation that delivers meaningful outcomes for its community. We are led by Councillors and an Executive Leadership Group that genuinely cares, and, at our core, passionate colleagues who enjoy what they do. We offer flexibility and invest in developing our people.
We are located in the stunning high-country region of North East Victoria surrounded by spectacular mountains with plenty of natural waterways for you to enjoy. Renowned as one of Victoria’s premier holiday destinations, this spectacular region is an adventure and nature lover’s paradise. Within our beautiful high country we really have it all – Downhill & cross country skiing, world class mountain biking; fishing; 4-wheel driving; paragliding; rock climbing; rafting and so much more!
Appreciate a flexible work life balance with an adventure, nature and food lover’s paradise on your doorstep. Enjoy the rural lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community who love where they live.
Submit your application today, to join us in delivering meaningful work with a dedicated team!
Want more details?
Contact Person: Ask to speak with Heather Felix
Phone number: (03) 5755 0555
Alpine Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer. People of all abilities, ages, from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and First Nations peoples are encouraged to apply for this position. We will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support equal opportunities.
Please note: Recruitment activity may commence prior to the closing date, so don't delay submitting your application. Council reserves the right to appoint a candidate into the role prior to the closing date. Applicants will be kept updated on the status of their application.
