Engineer Project and Assets.

Reporting to the Coordinator Technical Services the Projects and Assets Engineer is responsible for the planning and design of civil, lighting and stormwater assets, and ensuring council’s strategic targets are met.

The key aspects of the role include

• Provide a high level of customer service to members of the public that interact with Council in relation to civil, stormwater and lighting issues.
• Provide technical engineering guidance and aid civil operations staff in coordinating complex maintenance problems.  
• Deliver in-house stormwater design and hydrological modelling across a range of infrastructure projects
• Carry out investigations and provide technical and engineering solutions, which include preparing reports for stakeholders, including Council / Committees.
• On-going review and management of the Asset Management Plan for stormwater assets, including preparation of annual programs based on asset management principles. 
• Provide expert advice to Council Elected Members, community members, government agencies and various customers or stakeholders on matters relating to civil and stormwater planning at all scales.
• Ensure that planning for the City is undertaken in the context of larger scale planning occurring at a regional, state or federal level.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to Council’s City Development team relating to technical engineering requirements ensuring compliance with legislations, Council policy and industry best practice.
• Undertake assessments of engineering plans from developers of a technical nature, providing expert advice and facilitating best practice development.
• Develop relevant policies and procedures in relation to civil infrastructure assets and regularly review technical engineering drawings, specifications and standards.

Position Description - Engineer Project and Assets 

About you
•    Bachelor's degree or diploma of Civil Engineering or related discipline
•    Current Class C Drivers Licence
•    Must have a current DHS General Employment Probity or the willingness to obtain one.
•    Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical.

Apply Today!

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply.

Please let us know about any adjustments that would help you to be your best self during the selection process. We welcome conversations towards workplace adjustments.

Salary range is between $95,585 and $108,312 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close 5pm 21 September 2026 . For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Dennis Kariuki on 0481 059 935

Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully.

Why work for us

A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

Benefits

We provide comprehensive support to our employees. Visit our Careers page for more information.