Hervey Bay, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD Government - Local (Government & Defence) Fraser Coast is home to Hervey Bay, Maryborough and the Great Sandy Strait, 115,000 residents, a thriving mixed-business economy, and enjoys a year-round mild climate making it an ideal coastal destination. Realise your sea change dream and live amidst some of Queensland's most stunning natural coastal environments including the World Heritage-listed K'gari (formerly Fraser Island). The purpose of this position is to perform tasks of a civil engineering nature, as directed, within the Planning team for Council's Water and Waste Services directorate. The role requires extensive knowledge of water and sewerage infrastructure and operational procedures. You will develop strategies and undertake infrastructure planning for growth in the Fraser Coast Region, undertake technical reviews of development assessments as required, critical analysis of water and sewerage networks, and other network related matters. Additionally, you will carry out detailed investigations of technical issues with a focus on problem solving to achieve best value outcomes using appropriate techniques. This role will see you working with operational stakeholders, demonstrating your in depth understanding of water and sewerage networks and ability to communicate technical concepts to a diverse audience. You have the proven ability to write strategic documents and business cases, likewise your ability to engage confidently and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the Council. A working knowledge of relevant legislation and codes relating to water and sewerage planning and specific knowledge about Planning Guidelines for Water Supply and Sewerage are required. You have excellent oral and written communication skills and ideally you will have experience, preferably within Local Government or Consultancies, and demonstrated passion to make a difference to the community will see you being successful in this role. Bachelor in Civil Engineering or similar is essential as is RPEQ registration or ability to obtain. You will have extensive knowledge of water and sewage treatment with strategic thinking ability and strong focus on problem solving. To download a comprehensive information pack containing the PD and more information about the role and the region, visit mcarthur.com.au and enter J5266 in the job search function. For a confidential discussion - call Julie Barr or Rebecca McPhail on 07 3211 9700 . Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
