About this opportunity:

The Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting Engineers, Civil Designers and Landscape Architects by undertaking basic drafting and tracing, and preparing plans based on designs and sketches. The position ensures all tasks including record keeping are undertaken in accordance with Statutory Regulations, Provisions and Council Policy and Objectives.

Under general direction, the position also provides CAD and technical support to the in-house design team, including but not limited to engineering and landscape.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• QLD "C" Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
  
• Current General Construction Safety "White" Card.
  
• Certificate III in Civil Engineering will be highly regarded
  
• Experience in drafting, penwork and tracing form proposed drawings and sketches.
  
• Basic experience in Computer Aided Drafting using basic 12D and intermediate AutoCAD software level.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands.

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $ 88,774.92
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO or 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments or for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Gerard Black on 1300 622 529.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.

Applications Close:

Thursday, 26 June 2025

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).