Join our dedicated team at the City of Canning, a leader in innovative construction, as our Coordinator Construction Engineering, where we take pride in bringing complex projects from conception to completion, whilst improving our infrastructure and building a safer and better City for our community.
About the role
We have a permanent full-time position for a Coordinator Construction Engineering to play a vital role in coordinating the safe and effective delivery of our road reserve construction and maintenance projects and to continuously seek ways to improve the methods of delivery to be at the leading edge of industry practices.
This role offers security and the stability of local government employment with the satisfaction of serving our community. If you have previous experience in coordinating construction teams and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
A snapshot of your new role:
- Enhance the overall performance of the construction team through strong leadership and building team capabilities
- Project planning, prepare cost estimations, provide technical advice and input into designs, co-ordinate resources and execute delivery of the annual construction program for roads, path, and drainage works
- Delivery of works in accordance with the City’s Project Management Framework and Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) including developing Project Plans, project delivery models and associated project construction documentation, procedures, plans and subcontracts
- Demonstrate strong leadership in and commitment to health, safety and wellbeing of all City staff through preparation of safety management plans, risk assessments, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), and continuous site monitoring & auditing through MyOSH
- Manage procurement of all key construction tenders, ensuring procurement activities are planned and delivered including developing contract agreements, request for quotations, receiving, assessing, and recommending sub-contractors and suppliers and managing external contract resources, agreements, and purchase orders
- Work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment, developing and maintaining a high standard of services to both internal and external customers
Who we’re looking for
- Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent or substantive progress towards diploma and considerable (5 – 10 years) relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience in people leadership skills; able to support staff to ensure achievement of business unit objectives, either in a project or staff management capacity
- High levels of competency in using computer applications, including project scheduling, estimation and costing
- Valid “C” Class driver’s licence
- Construction safety card (White Card) with advanced understanding of safety practices and procedures, including experience and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Experience in project coordination of road construction projects
- Experience in quality management relating to civil construction works
- Experience in liaising with Main roads Western Australia, Water Corporation, Atco Gas, telecommunication providers and other departments towards works approvals
- Experience in traffic management requirements
- High levels of technical experience, specification, design drawing interpretation and survey set out
- Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months validity)
Why apply for this role?
- A permanent, full-time position in a Tier-1 local government
- A genuine culture that encourages respect, working together and being inclusive
- Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off or ability to access a 9-day fortnight
- $119,121 - $133,786 per annum + super
- Matched super contributions up to 4%
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- City vehicle (conditional private use and contribution cost applies)
- Annual contribution to professional subscription fees (by approval)
- Free onsite parking
- Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
- Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes
Impact the Community in a Big Way
The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.
Canning welcomes you to apply – Ready to hit the road with us?
To view the position description and complete an application, visit
www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY” (Resume & Cover letter). You may also contact David Janssens, Service Lead, Engineering Operations on 0435 551 705 for a confidential discussion.
Applications are open until 5.00pm Thursday 25 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.
