Are you an experienced Civil Designer with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges? Mackay Regional Council is seeking a skilled individual to contribute to the design delivery of essential infrastructure, ranging from roads and drainage to sewer, water systems, parks, and open spaces and urban built form.About this opportunity:As a key player in our design team, you will carry out detailed civil engineering design and drafting, provide innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions, and ensure all projects align with Council policies and objectives. You'll be working across a broad spectrum of asset classes, supporting vital infrastructure for our growing community.Key Responsibilities:Prepare conceptual and detailed design solutions using AutoCAD and 12D Model software for a variety of infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with the Design Services program.Develop cost-efficient, innovative design solutions in line with engineering standards and best practice requirements.Interpret civil design requirements through liaison with State Government departments, service provider authorities and third-party stakeholders to minimise design issues conflicts, advise of Council's design requirements, and achieve appropriate solutions.Provide guidance in design and drafting practice to design team members and assist in developing continual business improvement initiatives.Interact with internal stakeholders regarding project needs ensuring that expert and quality service is delivered.Produce supporting design documents including design drawings, specifications, schedules and estimate of cost to enable preparation of construction tender contract documents.Contribute to providing an environment and culture that ensures workplace health and safety, industrial health and hygiene, psychological safety, and wellbeing, for all people within the workplace.Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:Qualifications in Engineering: Associate Degree (preferred), or equivalent with extensive relevant experience; ORAssociate Diploma with extensive skills and relevant experience; ORLesser formal qualifications combined with considerable skills and extensive relevant experience.Current QLD "C" Class Driver's LicenceGeneral Construction Safety "White" Card, or ability to obtainProven proficiency in AutoCAD, 12D Model, and Microsoft Office, including project management tools.Practical experience in the design, drafting, estimating and project documentation preparation for civil engineering infrastructure, preferably on behalf of, or within a Local Government environment.Desirable Attributes:Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively to deliver high-quality, efficient project outcomes.Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders.Strong ability to think critically, laterally, analyse data and provide recommendations.Well-developed ability to deal with difficult situations, clearly articulate issues, negotiate outcomes and resolve problems, with an attitude to take personal responsibility for promptly handling and resolving workplace tasks.Demonstrated commitment to promoting workplace health, safety, and wellbeing, including psychological safety for all employees.Why work for Mackay Regional Council?Mackay Regional Council offers a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.Discover more about the Mackay Region here.In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:Be part of a dedicated team driving infrastructure innovation.Work on diverse projects that directly impact the community.Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.Base annual salary of $90,623Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.Flexible work arrangements with an RDO or 9 day fortnight roster.May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.Study and assistance programs for career development.Employee Assistance Program.Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.Active Social Clubs.Want to know more about this role?View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments of this vacancy.How to apply:If you're a proactive designer with a strong technical background and a drive to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.Applications Close:Thursday, 14 November 2024Having troubles submitting your application?Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY ).We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. 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