About the business

Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.

These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.

About the role

The Project Manager/Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering a diverse range of engineering and infrastructure projects across Council’s business units and programs. The position works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, develop project documentation, manage resources, monitor risks, budgets and timeframes, and ensure projects are delivered to agreed quality, governance and customer service standards.

The role determines and manages the technical approach for assigned projects, maintains effective communication and working relationships with project teams and stakeholders, and supports the successful delivery of Council’s Capital Works Program. The position is also responsible for coordinating Cultural Heritage and Native Title matters associated with Council projects, including negotiating and facilitating agreed ILUA (Indigenous Land Usage Agreement) requirements, clearances and agreements with Traditional Owners and Native Title claimants to enable works to proceed appropriately and in accordance with relevant obligations.

Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.

About You

You will have:

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

- High level leadership, negotiation, consultation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to coordinate project teams,



influence outcomes and build effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, internal stakeholders, public officials, Traditional Owners and the community.
- High level written, verbal, interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to prepare clear project briefs, reports, correspondence, Council reports and presentations.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, contract documentation and engineering information for project customers, contractors, public officials and other personnel.
- High level understanding of project management principles, including project scoping, scheduling, risk management, governance, procurement, contract administration, budget management, financial monitoring and performance reporting.
- Sound knowledge of contract standards, engineering codes, construction practices, relevant legislation, Australian Standards, environmental requirements and local government processes.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-faceted team setting, manage competing priorities, solve complex problems and deliver outcomes across multiple projects.
- High level of confidentiality, professional integrity and discretion when managing sensitive project, commercial, Cultural Heritage and stakeholder information.




- High level computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to effectively use Council’s corporate, project management, financial, procurement and records management systems.

Qualifications and/or Experience

- Possess as a minimum Bachelor of Project Management, Architecture, Construction Management, Civil/ Engineering qualifications or similar.
- Have had four (4) years of full‑time experience delivering projects that includes design & contract management of public domain/ building/ civil/ water & sewer Services engineering projects.
- Current "C" class manual Driver’s Licence or ability to acquire a licence prior to officially commencing in the role.
- Possession of a current WH&S; Construction White Card.

What's in it for you?

- When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential.
- Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities.
- Full‑time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro‑rate to part‑time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

Please note that:

- Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre‑employment medical etc.
- Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
- Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.

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📌 Project Manager/ Engineer (Mount Isa)
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