Senior Civil Engineer (Construction) - Lockyer Valley Regional Council - Based in Gatton, QLD.

About the Lockyer Valley Region

Just over an hour west of Brisbane and half an hour from Toowoomba, the Lockyer Valley is one of Queensland's most picturesque and productive regions. Known as "Australia's Salad Bowl", this rich agricultural heartland offers a unique blend of rolling green hills, charming heritage towns, and warm, welcoming communities. The region is home to vibrant events like the Laidley Spring Festival, the Gatton Show, and the Lights on the Hill Memorial Convoy, all of which showcase the pride and energy of the people who call the Valley home. Residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle with access to excellent schools, sporting clubs, and local markets - all set against a backdrop of national parks, forest trails, and scenic lookouts. Weekends might be spent bushwalking at Glen Rock, fishing at Lake Dyer, exploring farm gate produce, or relaxing at one of the many family-friendly parks. With affordable housing, minimal traffic, and a strong sense of community, the Lockyer Valley offers an ideal place to live, work, and build a future.

Role Overview

In this pivotal role, the Senior Civil Engineer (Construction) will provide a high level of engineering support, project management and site traffic management advice to assist with the efficient delivery of Council's capital works programs.

What's on Offer:

• Salary range of $109,735 to $126,972, dependent on experience and agreed work pattern, plus up to 12% superannuation.
• Salary packaging options (i.e. novated vehicle leases).
• Either a 72.5 or 76 hour fortnight, with both options including one RDO per fortnight.
• Hybrid working arrangements - work one day per week from home.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (i.e. Employee Assistance Program, corporate health insurance rates and access to Fitness Passport).
• Driving distance to Brisbane and Toowoomba - best of both worlds.
• Relocation expense assistance may be available, subject to conditions.
• Join a supportive and collaborative local Council where you can thrive and where your contribution to the community is highly valued!

Key Responsibilities:

• Works programming, estimation and cost control across Council's capital works program.
• Developing Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes and conducting Traffic Management Site Audits.
• Preparing scopes of work, specifications, tender and contract documents.
• Undertaking and reporting on routine Council infrastructure inspections, investigating identified problems and providing recommendations for rectification.
• Developing, implementing and monitoring Project Management Plans.
• Developing, implementing and monitoring of a Quality Management System.
• Management of all quality aspects of construction projects.
• Contract administration.
• Leading the resolution of engineering and works related customer requests and preparing written responses and quotations for works received by the community.
• Providing technical advice and information to internal and external stakeholders, as relevant to the role.
• Coaching and mentoring of subordinate technical staff.
• Coordination and supervision of contractors and consultants.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) - recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment.
• Traffic Management Design qualifications, or ability to gain within three months of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience in Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes.
• High level of skill in the use of engineering software such as Rapid Plan and Microsoft Project.
• High-level written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Significant experience in a similar role managing civil infrastructure projects.
• General Safety Induction (White Card) and a current Class C driver's licence.
• Local government experience is highly desirable but not essential.

Learn More About Lockyer Valley Regional Council

Lockyer Valley Regional Council

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Community Plan 2017-2027

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Corporate Plan 2022-2027

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Operational Plan 2024-2025

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this first-class opportunity with Lockyer Valley Regional Council please contact Brock O'Brien at Precruitment on 0468 566 523 and we will send you through an information pack on the Senior Civil Engineer (Construction) role, Lockyer Valley Regional Council and the region.

About Us

With offices in Cairns, Townsville and Brisbane, Precruitment is regional Queensland's leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in permanent and temporary roles. We proudly partner with Local Government and regional employers to connect professionals with roles that combine lifestyle and career development.