Parkes Shire Council is looking for a full-time Project Engineer to join our team in Parkes, NSW. This role will provide technical and administrative support for Council's engineering activities and project delivery. This role provides for a variety of experiences within the Operations Directorate of Council and will include project supervision of new and existing assets including roads, bridges, drainage and other Council assets.
Parkes Shire has a diverse range of developments and projects that provides this role a breadth of exposure and autoimmunity not available in many other Project Engineer positions. This is an opportunity for you to develop and challenge technical and practical skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Further information about the role can be found in the Project Engineer Position Description.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
This is a role for a proactive and diligent individual eager to contribute to the vital services that keep our community infrastructure operational and safe. We are looking for someone who embodies our values of integrity, respect, and teamwork.
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment.
The role has been evaluated as being Grade 16 of the Council's salary structure and offers a competitive salary circa $95,000 - $110,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience) plus super and salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
Benefits of working at Council include:
In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development. We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.
Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community.
We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.
If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.
For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!
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Parkes Shire Council, New South Wales, Australia
Parkes Shire Council, New South Wales, Australia