Principal Engineer (Civil), Transport and Main RoadsDepartment of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Cairns QLD
Full time, Contract, Part time, Casual/Temporary
Temporary Principal Engineer (Civil) role available until 25 April 2025.
An exciting temporary opportunity has become available for a Principal Engineer (Civil) to join Transport and Main Roads, Program Delivery & Operations Branch, Far North District, based in Cairns.
Come and live in Far North Queensland for a balanced and relaxed lifestyle, where you can enjoy a fulfilling career while also having time for leisure activities.
The region offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, snorkelling, and exploring the natural beauty of the region.
This role is within TMR Far North District's Design team which is responsible for providing management and delivery of design projects and services as components of transport infrastructure projects.
The design team operates as an in-house provider of expert services and advice to internal Project Managers.
The design team works closely with internal customers undertaking planning, preconstruction and delivery to provide services and advice across a range of transport infrastructure projects from minor infrastructure upgrades to new, major infrastructure.
Some of your responsibilities will include: Lead and guide a team of Civil Designers and Engineers, providing expert technical direction and mentorship for the successful execution of design projects in the district's civil infrastructure programs.Exercise professional judgment to offer advice and assistance concerning design processes and engineering considerations ensuring projects and maintenance works meet technical design objectives in areas lacking defined engineering standards, promoting innovation and creativity in problem-solving.Offer expertise in evaluating engineering and design options, material usage, resource allocation, and construction practices, advising on their suitability within projects.
Strive for project success, optimal resource utilization, and adherence to best practices while ensuring value for money.Apply and implement all relevant standards, policies, guidelines with consideration and application of engineering principles and risk assessment to inform robust decision-making to ensure value-for-money outcomes and compliance with legal requirements related to the design.Apply program management capability to monitor and manage delivery of the preconstruction program.Manage and coordinate team resource allocation with the expectation that you would encourage effective teamwork and foster a positive attitude toward the achievement of organisational objectives.Mandatory qualifications and conditions: A Washington Accord accredited four-year degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia.Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for appointment to the position.Current holder of Class C driver's license.Must be eligible to work in Australia.Pre-employment check of serious discipline history for the recommended candidate(s) as a condition of employment.Why you should consider TMR: Generous employer superannuation contribution - up to 12.75%Five weeks annual recreation leave plus leave loadingRPEQ compensation paymentReimbursement of professional membership feesFlexible work optionsProfessional development opportunitiesSalary packaging arrangementsHealth and well-being incentivesAssistance with relocation expensesApplications for this role may be used to appoint to similar vacancies within Far North District for a specified period up to 12 months after the closing date of the initial vacancy.
For further information about this position and details on how to apply, please refer to the role description.
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