Works Engineer
Merriwa
Permanent Full-Time – (35 hours per week)
The
role:
Council
is seeking an experienced and motivated Works Engineer to help deliver vital
infrastructure and services across the Merriwa area.
This is a diverse and
rewarding role where you will play a key part in planning, managing and
delivering Council's construction and maintenance programs that support our
communities.
Working
within the Works Delivery team, you will oversee Council's construction and
maintenance activities across roads, bridges, footpaths, drainage, parks and
facilities, as well as supporting the management of Council's quarries.
You
will provide technical guidance, coordinate resources and contractors, and
ensure projects and maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently, within
budget and to a high standard.
The
role also provides an opportunity to work closely with Transport for NSW,
including supporting Council's compliance under the Roads Maintenance Council
Contract (RMCC), as well as contributing to grant funding submissions, capital
works programs and strategic infrastructure planning.
This
is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects
while enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful Upper Hunter region and being
part of a supportive and dedicated Council team.
What's on offer:
- A competitive salary package (minimum offer of $111k + 12% super) can be negotiated with the preferred applicant.
- Four weeks of Annual Leave per year.
- Access to Rental & Relocation Policies.
- Generous uniform allowance.
- Access to Long Service Leave after five years.
- Training and upskilling opportunities.
- Salary sacrifice options.
About you:
You are an experienced and practical engineering professional




who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver high-quality infrastructure and
services for the community.
You thrive in a dynamic setting where no two
days are the same – coordinating works, managing contractors, supporting
operational teams, solving problems and ensuring projects and maintenance
activities are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.
With a strong understanding of civil construction and
maintenance operations, you provide technical guidance and leadership across
roads, drainage, parks, facilities and other infrastructure.
You lead by
example, promote safe work practices, and take pride in delivering outcomes
that enhance community infrastructure and public spaces.
Your application will further demonstrate:
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Civil or related discipline) plus relevant experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and promoting Work Health and Safety requirements.
- Experience coordinating minor works, capital projects and maintenance activities/schedules.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing contractors and day labour teams to effectively deliver works and services.
About
us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our
employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community.




We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community.
Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff,
which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all
people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing
efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety
and to provide improved environmental responsibility.
Located in the picturesque Upper
Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen
and Scone.
All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!
Closing Date:
Wednesday 28 October ****
Job
Description:
To
view the job description for this role, please
click here
Enquiries
and Further Information:
Give
Jay Jeyakanthan – Executive Manager Works
Delivery,
a call on ************ or e-mail ****** to
discuss this opportunity.
How to
Apply:
All
applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed
online by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through
Council's website –
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value
diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
We encourage all applicants,
including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,
LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide
reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the
recruitment process.
If you identify as a person with disability and require
adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment
process, please advise via ****** or *********** to discuss.

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