1x Temporary Full Time - 35 hours, 5 days per week (24 Months)
Salary: $78,076.79 - $85,552.19 and 11.5% Super
Closing Date: 2 weeks 

ABOUT US
 

Liverpool is a vibrant city situated in the heart of Western Sydney, comprising 42 suburbs and a population of 223,000 with people from 150 nationalities and speaking 140 languages, making it one of the largest and most culturally diverse cities in Australia.

Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities, with Liverpool being one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas (LGA’s) in metropolitan Sydney, including a diverse mix of established and new areas. The city is undergoing rapid change and development over the next decade, including transformation of the Liverpool City Centre into Sydney’s third CBD as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, construction of the Western Sydney International Airport, development of the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, and the delivery of significant infrastructure projects.

There has never been a more exciting time to work with Liverpool City Council, as it guides this rapid transformation, and continues to provide outstanding levels of service to its diverse community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Liverpool City Council (Council) has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Civil Engineering graduates to join our Civil Engineering Design and Survey team. The purpose of the position is to provide professional, timely and high-quality civil engineering design services, to enable and support the delivery of infrastructure across the Liverpool LGA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for carrying out design, documentation for the construction purposes of urban and rural stormwater drainage, road works, flood mitigation works, traffic facilities and other civil infrastructure projects with support and guidance from more experienced engineers.
  • Through guidance by the Coordinator Civil Engineering Design and Survey, prepare concept and detailed design packages and other relevant documentation for smaller projects for constructing roads, retaining walls, car parks, driveways minor and major drainage systems, open channels etc.
  • Through guidance by the Coordinator Civil Engineering Design and Survey, undertake the concept and detailed design using 12D, AutoTURN, DRAINS, AutoCAD and ParkCAD programs and in accordance with Liverpool City Council’s Investigations and Design process.
  • Checking and preparing schedule of quantities and cost estimates.
  • Liaise with seniors’ engineers when undertaking underground services investigations such as DBYD or potholing.
  • Checking and assessing design and survey information received to ensure that it is technically accurate and sufficient for the specific project.
  • Checking plans and completing Quality Assurance forms in accordance with Liverpool City Council Investigation and design process.
  • Liaising with the Coordinator Civil Engineering Design and Survey, Senior Engineers and Project Manager regarding design progress, design variations, etc. in accordance with Investigations and design process.

ABOUT YOU

Our desired candidate will have the following:

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or nearing to completion of the degree.
  • Demonstrated some experience in the preparation of civil engineering design, drafting and documentation for roads, kerb and gutter, retaining walls, carparks, shared paths, drainage, traffic facilities, roundabouts and other civil engineering infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of 12D and AutoCAD software, for the preparation of civil design drawings.
  • Demonstrated experience in complying with a quality management system for civil engineering designs.
  • Demonstrated experience in the preparation of cost estimates of small to medium size projects.
  • knowledge of Local Government, Transport for NSW and Austroads Design standards and practices.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
  • Knowledge of Work Health and Safety practices, the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities, ethical practice and multi-cultural diversity.
  • Class C Drivers Licence

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available.
  • Ability to accrue up to 2 days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (This is in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year).
  • Ability to access 2 health and wellbeing days per year.
  • Access to a Fitness Passport membership.
  • Work issued laptop.
  • Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport, and with free or subsidised parking available nearby. 
  • Passionate, collaborative, and friendly team, who will support you and help you grow professionally.
  • Professional learning and development opportunities.

The salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

For further information about the position please contact Natalie Jefferys at jefferysn@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

Click here for a copy of the position description

How to apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Salary

$78,076.79 - $85,552.19 and 11.5% Super

Yearly based

Location

Liverpool City Council,New South Wales,Australia

Job Overview
Job Posted:
2 weeks ago
Job Type
Full Time
Total Vacancies
1

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