Technical Officer - Transport
About the role
We are seeking a motivated Technical Officer – Transport to support the survey, design and delivery of transport infrastructure across the Cabonne community. In this role, you will provide technical input into road and stormwater projects and contribute advice to other departments to support compliant and high‑quality outcomes.
What you’ll be doing
- Assist with the design, documentation and delivery of transport infrastructure projects
- Collect and manage field and asset data to support planning and decision‑making
- Provide technical advice on development applications and infrastructure proposals
- Use civil design, drafting and GIS software to support project delivery
- Support operational staff and contractors during project delivery
- Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation
- Work safely and in accordance with Council’s WHS policies and Code of Conduct
About you
You have a qualification in civil engineering (or equivalent experience) and at least two years’ experience in a similar role. You are technically capable, well organised and enjoy working across both office and field environments. You communicate clearly, work well in a team, and take pride in delivering practical, customer‑focused solutions within a safety‑first and ethical workplace.
Essential requirements
- Diploma‑level qualification in civil engineering or equivalent experience
- White Card and Class C driver’s licence
- Experience using civil design, drafting and GIS software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret standards, legislation and technical information
Working at Cabonne Council
At Cabonne Council, we offer more than a job — we offer the opportunity to make a visible difference in regional communities while building a sustainable and rewarding technical career.
Professional Growth & Technical Development
We support you to deepen your technical capability through hands‑on project involvement across survey, design, documentation and delivery. You’ll work with experienced engineering professionals, use contemporary tools and systems, and gain exposure to a diverse range of transport infrastructure projects within a local government environment.
Collaborative & Supportive Team Environment
You’ll be part of a collaborative Engineering team that values knowledge‑sharing, practical problem‑solving and teamwork. We foster respectful working relationships and encourage open communication across our departments. Your safety and wellbeing come first. We are committed to providing a safe working environment, strong WHS systems, and clear processes that support you to perform your role safely — whether in the office, onsite, or in the field.
Work–Life Balance & Stability
With a 35‑hour working week and the potential for negotiated work‑from‑home arrangements, we support balance between professional commitments and personal life — recognising the importance of flexibility and sustainable workloads. As a permanent local government role, this position offers job security, ethical leadership, and the chance to build a long‑term career while serving the Cabonne community with integrity and pride.
Our lifestyle friendly benefits include:
- A
nine-day fortnight
- Dedicated
training and professional development budgets
- Staff
Wellness Program
- Opportunity
to extend leave by taking leave at half pay
- Flexibility
to meet the operational requirements of Council, while accommodating the
needs of our employees
- Parental
leave for primary and secondary carers
- Fitness
Passport – unlimited use at participating businesses
- Long
service leave available at 5 years’ service
- Salary
packaging options, and many more
How to Apply
Before you apply for this position, please read the position
description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the
position.
You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the
criteria on the online application and provide a copy of your current Resume and essential qualifications for the position.
Council will only accept applications submitted online.
Cabonne Council operates a merit-based recruitment
process.
Interview Process
Applications will be shortlisted as they are received. You
will be contacted by phone if you have been selected for interview. If you have not been selected for interview you will be
advised by email.
Pre-Employment Screening
In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are
then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be
prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of
the selection process:
- A
pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense).
- Reference
checking – an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred candidates.
- Undertake
any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role.
- Checking
validity of certificates and qualifications.
Other important details
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please
contact Council’s Department Leader Transport, Mark Ellis, on 02 6392 3200.
