Join Central Coast Council Tasmania – Make a difference where you live and love where you work

Central Coast Council is dedicated to shaping a vibrant future for over 25,000 residents on Tasmania’s picturesque North West Coast. We offer careers that make a meaningful difference—through responsible governance, sustainable development, and community-focused service delivery.

Why Work With Us?

Impactful Work – Contribute to initiatives that enhance the local environment, infrastructure, and community wellbeing

Lifestyle & Flexibility – Benefit from a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO), birthday leave, flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance and up to 3.5% additional superannuation co-contribution

Supportive Environment – Experience a workplace culture grounded in care, inclusion, and safety, including effective workplace health and safety systems and training

Professional Development – Access formal training, mentoring, and the opportunity to contribute across diverse teams and projects

Exceptional Location – Live and work in the Central Coast region known for its natural beauty and relaxed coastal lifestyle

Central Coast Council is committed to upholding the values of Customer Focus, Open Communication, Accountability, Safety and Together - One Team (C.O.A.S.T.) in local governance. If you are seeking a career that aligns with our aspirations and values, we encourage you to take your next step with us.

Your New Role – Civil Engineer

An exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join Central Coast Council’s Infrastructure Services team has arisen. This position will be responsible for the provision of high-level technical expertise including design, survey, estimation, project management and supervision of works associated with the development, renewal, upgrade, and maintenance of Council stormwater systems. You’ll play a key role in shaping flood mitigation strategies, improving water quality and enhancing livability for our community. You’ll also be able to contribute to projects in roads, bridges, streets, transport and traffic infrastructure.

Essential:

An undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering and relevant industry experience

Excellent technical knowledge of all relevant engineering standards, design guides and governing legislation.

Previous experience in contract administration and construction supervision.

High level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce concise and professional reports and documentation within the realm of civil engineering.

Excellent time management skills.

Experience with 2D stormwater modelling software, CAD and general civil design packages, previous use of 12D and Tuflow would be highly regarded.

Salary and conditions: Full-time position (75 hours per fortnight). Central Coast Council’s Enterprise Agreement – Professional Level 3 ($56.46-$63.77 per hour, $110,099-$124,365 per annum).

How to apply

To view the position description, key selection criteria and to apply, please visit our website:

https://www.centralcoast.tas.gov.au/current-vacancies/civil-engineer/

Please note that applications will only be accepted via our website. Please include a current resume, cover letter and response to the key selection criteria.

For any enquiries, please call (03) 6429 8946.

Applications close at 4pm on Monday 15 September 2025.