This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate Engineer to gain vital experience across a broad range of Civil Engineering.It could suit a recently qualified graduate or a year 3 or 4 Civil Engineering student who wishes to combine studies with practical experience.About the Role and YouAs a Graduate Engineer, you will undertake thorough assessments of all aspects of the Council's broad engineering assets.Covering areas such as roads, drainage, parks, paths, bridges, and new subdivisions amongst others you will learn about Municipal Engineering.All this is under the guidance of an experienced team.You will be a team player who possesses excellent communication skills, displays a professional attitude under pressure, and has well-developed negotiation skills.You have a desire to get the best outcome in any situation for the applicant, community, and municipality while operating within the relevant legislative requirements and tight time frames.Position ResponsibilitiesLiaise and negotiate with individual citizens, developers, and their agents to ensure that quality Civil Engineering outcomes are achieved within the relevant budgetary and legislative framework.Assess individual Civil Engineering issues.Assist with asset management and utilisation.Prepare well-researched Council Civil Engineering reports (including recommendations).Facilitate the development and review of operational policy and procedures.Assist in the review of any proposed changes to legislation or regulatory authority conditions or guidelines that may impact the Council's Engineering assets.Utilise the Council's various data systems and other relevant computer-based administrative programs developed for technical service functions.Answer Civil Engineering enquiries and other department questions including answering of telephone enquiries and attending to front counter questions.Investigate and assist in managing enforcement of Civil Engineering permits/non-compliance as required.Provide administrative support in the Civil Engineering area.Other duties as may be reasonably requested by your manager.GeneralSelection CriteriaDemonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation.Ability to produce work of high quality within established timeframes with minimal supervision and demonstrated initiative in undertaking tasks.Ability to articulate clear, concise, and accurate information and advice to internal and external customers.Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to operate computerised systems, databases, spreadsheets, Project PowerPoint, GIS mapping, MapInfo, Exponaire, and word processing programs and e-mail.Demonstrated commitment to professional development and teamwork.Strong Stakeholder Engagement skills.Qualifications and SkillsRelevant experience and/or tertiary qualification/s (or progress towards a tertiary qualification) in Civil Engineering or relevant discipline or willingness to undertake training.Civil Engineering or equivalent experience in a discipline that requires critical analysis of options, and attention to detail.A demonstrated high level of accuracy in preparing, managing, and reporting information.A keen interest to understand, interpret and apply the requirements of Civil Engineering as it relates to the Municipal area.A desire to understand local government operations and the decision process involved in engineering matters.Capability to operate in a Civil Engineering environment with a solid understanding of underlying principles and techniques.Demonstrated understanding of Equal Opportunity, Work Health & Safety (WH&S), Risk, and Anti-Discrimination responsibilities.How to ApplyApplicants for this position must submit a statement against the selection criteria not exceeding 1,000 words and a resume to ******.Applications must be submitted no later than 5pm on Sunday October 20th, 2024.Enquiries should be made to Naresh Bista, Coordinator Engineering & Projects on 03 6382 8*** or the above email.#J-18808-Ljbffr