Project Engineer - Civil Construction

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

We are seeking an appropriately qualified and experienced individual to join our Engineering Works team. Reporting to the Manager Engineering Works, this role will lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to manage projects from concept through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with internal teams, contractors, consultants and stakeholders, you will play a key role in delivering infrastructure that supports our growing community.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as Civil/Environmental Engineering.
• Demonstrated professional experience in program and project management, procurement, estimating, planning, design, and construction.
• Demonstrated professional experience in managing civil projects, budgets and people in order to achieve desired outcomes in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to brief and manage service providers including consultants, contractors and temporary staff.
• Proven sound project investigation and design skills associated with civil engineering operations.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including high level ability to negotiate and consult on complex matters and provide technical advice and community information and services through effective written and verbal communication.

The rewards

• A salary range of $109,300 to $125,400 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, level of experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement for full time staff (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
• A leaseback vehicle for work and private use.
• Support toward the cost of relocation associated with recruitment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm on Friday 11 September 2026

Specific enquiries

Paul Crozier | Manager Engineering Works | 02 •••• •243