Principal Engineer Permanent Full Time About the municipality Enjoy endless sunsets, weekend country and river getaways and live in a thriving community with a great range of entertainment, retail and dining options. You will be tempted by abundant fresh produce the Mallee is famous for, including award-winning wineries, all offered farm gate direct or at regular farmers markets throughout the region.To learn more about Swan Hill please visit https://dreamswanhill.com.au/ and https://www.swanhill.vic.gov.au/community/your-community/new-residents/ About your opportunity Applications are sought for an experienced, qualified and highly skilled Principal Engineer to provide support to the Infrastructure Services Directorate through effective and efficient implementation of Council's engineering infrastructure design services. Reporting to the Engineering and Strategic Projects Manager, the Principal Engineer is responsible for reviewing the engineering compliance requirements of planning and building permit applications, supervise the design of roads and stormwater systems, the provision of technical advice, and the investigation of customer requests. The role also includes supporting the creation of long-term works programs and strategies, and various ad-hoc tasks. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering and demonstrable experience in engineering surveying, designing civil infrastructures, and sub-divisional development is necessary, along with a current Police Check dated within the last six months. What we can offer you Forget about long commutes. We offer work life balance with the mighty Murray River, nature and great activities right on your doorstep. Enjoy the rural lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community. Join a workplace that is innovative and forward thinking. This permanent full time position attracts a salary of $105,591 per annum. In addition, superannuation is paid at 14% (3% above the Industry requirement). Council also has a flexible work option policy to help allow staff to achieve an appropriate work/life balance. Employee Benefits Flexible work arrangements like work from home, and flexibility in hours and days of work Five weeks leave (4 weeks annual leave, 1 week awarded days off) Purchased leave model of employment Salary packaging options including a motor vehicle and superannuation salary sacrifice 12 days sick leave Annual leave loading paid at 17.5 per cent Long service leave pro-rata after seven years Paid parental and adoption leave Additional compassionate and carer's leave Council is also committed to career development and offers regular internal training programs, mentoring and leadership programs, and subsidised higher education and study leave. Staff also enjoy an active social club, staff events, and corporate wellness programs like subsidised gym memberships. Applications close Applications close at 12 noon on Monday, 6 May 2024. Position description Download a copy of the Position Description below. Read the document thoroughly to ensure you have a good understanding of the selection requirements and expected outcomes of the position. How to apply Click the 'Apply Now' button to submit your application. You will need to upload a copy of your resume and answer the following questions: Why have you applied for the role? Describe your understanding of the role. Describe your qualifications and/or experience and how you are suited to the role? Enquiries Any further enquiries can be directed to Human Resources Email: ****** Phone: (03) 5036 2333 We look forward to hearing from you soon!
