Student Engineer

Kickstart your engineering career with hands-on experience in local government

Work on real community projects while studying

$26.29 p/h - $31.20 p/h plus 11.5% Superannuation

We have an exciting opportunity for a Student Engineer to join our team at Willoughby City Council!

About us

When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic, diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work.

You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a Council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home.

About you

You’re still finding your feet in your career and you’re looking for an organisation where you can learn from the best. You want to make a difference, to add value and to enhance the lives of real people. You’ll get that – and more- at Willoughby City Council.

We’re small enough to feel like a family but big enough to offer diverse opportunities and work environments. As a tightknit team, we take an active interest in your development. More than that, we lay it all on the table to teach you everything we know.

In the Planning & Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of requests and processes supporting initial ideas through to final delivery. You’ll need to be proactive and a strong communicator. You’ll value teamwork, consistency and openness to change.

At the end of the day, you’ll know that you are making a difference. The work you do is valued, both within Council and by the community. Making a tangible meaningful contribution is what you’ve been searching for. And you’ve found it at Willoughby City Council.

About the role

The role of the Student Engineer is to provide engineering support to the Design & Infrastructure team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a partnership with your university while receiving professional engineering training on-the-job within a local government setting.

You will work closely with the Design and Drainage Team Leader, acting as a frontline champion for excellent customer service to stakeholders and clients, while gaining valuable insight into the lifecycle management of community assets.

Responsibilities

Assisting in tasks generally undertaken by the Design & Drainage Team.

Under the supervision of an Engineer, conduct on-site inspections, record observations and results of investigations.

Develop skills in AUTOCAD and other civil design software.

Assist in the collection of data, including traffic asset condition audits and conducting manual traffic counts, under supervision

Assist in undertaking investigations of engineering matters that may arise from Letters, Council meetings and telephone enquiries in consultation with a supervisor.

Undertaking general office duties including plan copying, drafting letters and reports under supervision.

Support the Engineering Surveyor in conducting surveys.

Collect data for Council’s asset management system and AAS27 reporting requirements

Requirements

Currently undertaking studies towards the completion of a Civil Engineering Degree and with at least first year completed.

Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence.

Construction industry (white) card.

Ability to translate research and investigation into clearly defined, practical solutions.

Competent in the use of basic surveying equipment.

Good analytical skills.

Good written and verbal communication skills

General computer literacy and competency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

How to apply

Apply now to join us at Willoughby City Council where you can add value and be valued for the meaningful work you do.

When you work at Willoughby Council, you will work with a diverse group of like-minded people who have people and the community at the forefront in everything we do. Check out our employee benefits on our careers page to see:

Where you can look after yourself and your loved ones

Where you can enhance your wellbeing

Where you can grow, develop and be part of a team

https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers

Enquiries: Aston Pei - Design and Drainage Team Leader - 02 9777 7810

Applications must address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Please note being fully vaccinated for Covid-19 is a requirement prior to commencement of employment with Willoughby City Council, except where a medical contraindication certificate is provided.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday 08 June at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.