Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
The Engineering Design and Surveying Team is responsible for providing coordinated expert solutions in the planning, development, and delivery of designs to facilitate the ongoing management of our civil assets that will support and align to council’s vision.
Our Cadet Civil Designer will assist with the delivery of quality design and for construction documentation for council’s supported projects in the capital works program with the guidance from Senior Civil Designers and Design Engineers.
More specifically you will:
- Develop knowledge of design, drafting and survey technical systems.
- Develop knowledge of the organisation and assist in achieving the corporate goals of Council for the local community.
- Develop knowledge and use of computer software programs throughout the design development phase under supervision, including AutoCAD and 12d Model
- Assist Senior Designers with the preparation of basic cost effective civil designs with the application of relevant established guidelines under direct supervision from Senior Designers and Engineers, including construction documentation for the Capital Works Program.
- Work with Senior Designers and Engineers to identify project constraints and risks for the projects assigned, assisting as required in the development of effective risk mitigation strategies
- Document design decisions and complete the Design Quality Management System
About you
You are motivated, curious and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in civil engineering and infrastructure design. You enjoy solving problems, working as part of a team and applying your technical knowledge in a practical workplace environment.
As a requirement for the role, you will possess:
- Current enrolment, or the ability to enrol, in an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to use initiative and solve routine problems
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
- A willingness to learn new technologies, systems and software
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
- Wellbeing : Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
- Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
- Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
- A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile . Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
- A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030 .
For specific enquiries contact Ty Morrison during business hours on 0418 149 047.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
