Senior Civil Engineer

Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hoursFrom $121,839 plus SuperannuationPosition Brief - Senior Civil Engineer

About The Role

In this senior technical role, you will manage the design lifecycle of infrastructure projects from concept through to Issued for Construction (IFC), delivering safe, practical and sustainable outcomes that enhance the city's public infrastructure.

You will lead the design delivery of roads, intersections, footpaths, car parks and other civil infrastructure assets, providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external consultants, you will ensure projects are delivered to a high standard, on time and in line with program objectives.

Responsibilities Include

Lead the delivery of civil design projects from concept through to IFC.Scope, plan and coordinate design activities to meet Capital Works Program priorities.Prepare and review design documentation, including concept and detailed designs, drawings, specifications, reports and cost estimates.Coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs across internal teams and external consultants.Ensure designs meet relevant safety, constructability, quality, compliance and stakeholder requirements.Apply Safety in Design principles and manage design-related risk identification and mitigation.Provide technical leadership, resolve complex design issues and support informed decision-making.Mentor and support junior engineers and drafters, fostering technical capability and quality outcomes.Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, tools, templates and delivery processes.

About You

You are a collaborative and experienced civil engineer with a strong track record in infrastructure design. You bring sound technical expertise, confidently manage competing priorities and build effective relationships with stakeholders to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions.

You Will Have

A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.A current unrestricted Australian Class C Driver Licence.RPEQ registration, or eligibility to obtain registration.Extensive experience delivering civil infrastructure design projects.Experience working within, or in partnership with, local government or other public sector organisations.Strong knowledge of relevant design standards and guidelines, including Austroads, TMR and QUDM.Demonstrated experience leading design teams and managing technical outputs across multiple projects.A sound understanding and practical application of Safety in Design principles.Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations  Personal and professional development courses Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How To Apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person  Tiffen Roberts

Contact Email  tiroberts@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date  Sunday 16th August 2026/11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.