THE POSITION:

A permanent full-time position (35 hours per week) is available within City Delivery Directorate. The role of Design Services Coordinator is in the Design Services Division.

The position is responsible for providing advice and making recommendations on civil design, traffic, transport and road safety issues. The applicant should have a degree in Civil Engineering and be eligible for Membership with Engineers Australia.

This position requires highly developed report writing and team leading skills, the ability to deal effectively with people at all levels and to represent Council capably to developers, consultants, other government agencies and the public. Working knowledge of local government, project management and relevant engineering policies, procedures standards, guidelines and practices will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to demonstrate their commitment to teamwork and the provision of quality customer service.

ABOUT YOU:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Eligible for membership with Engineers Australia.
• Highly developed written, communication and research skills to prepare concise and accurate reports and preparing grant submissions.
• Ability to lead teams and deal effectively with people at all levels and to represent Council to developers, consultants, other government agencies and the public.
• Demonstrated high level application of analytical, creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use SIDRA software package and interpret the outcome.
• Holding a current NSW Class C driver's licence

The following qualifications and experience are considered advantageous for this role:

• Proven track record of Project Management and Civil Design experience, preferably gained in large, complex work environments
• Experience in local government engineering/design environment
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) with Engineers Australia

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Permanent full-time position, working 70 hours per fortnight
• This position is a Grade 8, with a commencing annualised salary range of $114,499 p.a. with progression to $126,385 p.a. on demonstrated competencies. Performance progression will be up to $134,121 p.a. plus superannuation.

Fairfield City Council offers a great working environment, where your career development and work life balance matters. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements such as a hybrid work arrangement
• A mobile telephone is provided
• A motor vehicle benefit is available
• 3.5% Civil Allowance is payable
• Wellbeing initiatives including Flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
• Free Onsite parking
• Significant leave benefits 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years

FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position description should be directed to Manager Design Services, Burak Turgutoglu on (02) 9725 0388. A position description is available by contacting Dusanka Klickovic on (02) 9725 0252.

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, 30 September 2025 at 11.59pm

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address selection criteria (i.e. knowledge, skills and experience) outlined in the Position Description. Applications should be addressed to Manager Design Services, Burak Turgutoglu, and received by the closing date.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.

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