Permanent, Full-time | $97, 810.85 - $113,326.49 + 12% superannuation | Hurstville
About the Opportunity
Georges River Council is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join our City Technical Services team and play a key role in improving public infrastructure across the Georges River Local Government Area.
Working within a multidisciplinary team of design and project engineers, you will be responsible for the investigation and design of a diverse range of civil infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage systems, traffic facilities, footpaths, public domain improvements and other community assets. From concept development through to detailed design and construction support, you will contribute to projects that directly improve the safety, accessibility and liveability of our community.
City Technical Services is responsible for the design and delivery of Council's Capital Works Program, working collaboratively across the organisation to develop practical, innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. The team delivers projects ranging from local asset renewals through to complex infrastructure upgrades, providing an opportunity to work on a varied and rewarding portfolio of projects.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys combining technical design expertise with real-world project outcomes and problem solving. You will have the opportunity to work closely with project managers, asset engineers, surveyors, contractors, and utility authorities, while helping deliver infrastructure that leaves a lasting impact across the Georges River area.
What We Offer
- Permanent, Full-Time – 70 hours per fortnight
- Salary from $97,810.85 - $113,326.49 per annum plus 12% superannuation
- 3.5% civil liability allowance
- 9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
- Hybrid working arrangement - with flexible start and finish times
- Health and Wellbeing Paid Leave
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources
- Located at the Civic Centre in Hurstville CBD
What We Are Looking For
- Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field
- Class C Drivers Licence
- Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in infrastructure design including design of road assets, traffic facilities, drainage, and other civil works
- A high level of computer literacy with sound working knowledge of design software packages such as AutoCAD and Civil Site Design
- Experience in the reviewing of plans submitted as part of Development Applications and Section 138 applications
- Demonstrated understanding of engineering surveying principles and practices, including a basic working knowledge of common survey equipment and survey data used in the planning, design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects
- Understanding of and commitment to WHS practices and EEO principles
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in thePosition Descriptionessential criteria, then please submit your application today. Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact James Magee, Coordinator Engineering on 02 9330 6213.
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Monday, 29 June 2026 at 11.59 PM AEST
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
