Program Engineer

Be a part of the exciting future of regional New South Wales as Parkes becomes a key link in the new $10 billion Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail. This is a game changer and this is the only place where it all comes together as Parkes is uniquely positioned at the intersection of the East West rail line and the North South Newell Highway.

Parkes Shire has a diverse range of developments and projects that provides this role a breadth of exposure and autoimmunity not available in many other Design Engineer positions. This is an opportunity for you to develop and challenge technical and practical skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.

The role of Program Engineer will be coordinating the development of Council's annual and long-term infrastructure works programs and will have input into the development of Council's Workforce and Asset Management Plans, Operational budget and long term financial planning.

To be successful in this position you will need:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Diploma in Project Management
• Experience in Autodesk Civil Site Design/Civil 3D
• Minimum 5 years relevant work experience
• Experience in Microsoft Project (Desirable)
• Current and maintained driver's licence
• SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card)
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Other details relating to this position are:

• Grade 16 weekly salary of $1,622.70 to $1,866.11. Salary to be determined dependent upon the qualifications and experience of successful applicant
• Additional 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance in accordance with Award provisions
• Employer Superannuation of 9.5% applies
• 35 hour working week and a fortnightly RDO
• Employment conditions are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2020
• Financial assistance with relocation expenses
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job
• Parkes Shire Council proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity
• Aboriginal persons are encourage to apply

To find out more about this position and to apply for this role, follow the Apply links to our company website.