Job Description

FULL TIME
$102,357.77 Gross per annum + Superannuation

Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence |Innovation

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to coordinate and deliver civil engineering services that support the planning, development and sustainable management of Council’s municipal infrastructure assets.

Reporting to the Manager Projects and Engineering, the Civil Engineering Coordinator plays a key role in overseeing the planning, design, delivery and contract administration of civil works across the municipality. The role has specific responsibility for subdivision and development works, roads and drainage infrastructure, asset lifecycle management and compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks.

The position provides technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, ensuring best-practice engineering standards, sound asset management principles and effective contract and project management practices are applied from project inception through to completion.

Working closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors and regulatory authorities, the Civil Engineering Coordinator contributes to the delivery of high quality, safe and sustainable infrastructure outcomes while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, technical standards and Council policies. The role also leads and supports a diverse team of technical staff and contractors and contributes to Council’s broader infrastructure and long-term asset management objectives.

For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.

What you need to Succeed

You will bring strong expertise in civil engineering design, construction and works practices, with a sound understanding of lifecycle asset management as it applies to municipal infrastructure. You will have demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and approval frameworks associated with subdivisions and civil works, and extensive experience in contract administration, including tendering, supervision, variations and claims management. Proven capability to deliver civil projects end-to-end is essential, supported by high-level project and contract management skills and experience working with municipal assets such as roads and drainage.
You will be proficient in engineering design software and the presentation and interpretation of survey data, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail to support robust technical assessments and recommendations. The role requires the ability to prepare clear, accurate and concise technical reports, along with well-developed communication and negotiation skills to engage effectively with stakeholders, contractors and internal teams. Strong time management and organisational capability is critical, particularly when managing multiple priorities and project timelines.

You will also bring demonstrated leadership experience in managing technical teams, providing direction, support and oversight to achieve project and organisational outcomes. A relevant qualification in civil engineering is required, along with eligibility for registration under the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019.

To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.

Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.
We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.

Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.

We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.

Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.

We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.

Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:
• A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description.
• Resume.
• Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).

Applications Close: Tuesday 2 June 2026 at 11:59pm

Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Chris Saunders
Position: Manager Projects & Engineering
Contact Phone: 03 5522 2273

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