If you’d love to work in a hi-tech world class facility and gain comprehensive experience across all facets of the engineering spectrum, MidCoast Council is the place for you.

The role

MidCoast Council is a great choice for Graduate Engineers. You’ll learn and grow in a best practice environment, with a supportive leadership team. Rotating across transport networks/systems, water supply, stormwater and coastal engineering, flooding and emergency management, the experience you gain will propel you into a successful future.

Our culture is dynamic, inclusive and down to earth - so we'll be impressed by your genuine motivation to become the best in your field - and we'll support your development.

What you’ll bring:

• Degree level qualification (or near graduate) in civil engineering or other discipline relevant to local government infrastructure
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles
• Working knowledge of the regulatory environment of the local government sector
• The genuine desire and commitment to excel

What we offer:

• Long service leave when you’ve been with us for over 5 years
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Generous leave entitlements
• Flexible work options, including a hybrid model of working from home and the office
• Work in a modern office that provides a variety of work settings supported by the right technology
• Ongoing personal and professional development programs
• Study assistance and study leave
• Journey to work cover

The package: Commencing salary package circa $66,700 p.a. plus superannuation

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Full time 3 year fixed term

Closing Date: Sunday 8 October 2023 at 11.30pm.

Want to know more?

Before applying please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Tracey Hamer, Manager Water Planning and Assets, who is the hiring manager for this role. Tracey can be reached on (02) 7955 7853 or at tracey.hamer@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Margot Broadfoot, Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Margot can be reached on (02) 7955 7334 or at margot.broadfoot@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply:

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume
• We will be in touch via email.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.