Description:
- A workplace of positive people and ideas.
- A brilliant city. An exciting lifestyle.
- Full time, Permanent | Starting at $103,908 + 11.5% super
About the Opportunity
In this role you will provide professional civil engineering advice and input into the technical design, development, implementation and monitoring of a range of projects and proposals that contribute to achieving the City of Adelaide’s Strategic Plan objectives outcomes. Some of these projects and proposals may include strategic cycling infrastructure, whole of street upgrades, Park Land improvements, stormwater upgrades and renewals.
You will be responsible for the provision of technical engineering advice and best practice standards in the preparation and documentation of designs in relation to drainage, kerb and road infrastructure, footpaths, water sensitive urban design and transport interfaces.
Some of the projects we are currently working on are:
- Main Street Revitalisation Projects (Hutt Street, O’Connell Street, Gouger Street,
- Melbourne Street and Hindley Street)
- Botanic Creek rehabilitation
- Park 19 and Park 20 Channel rehabilitation projects
- Greener City Streets Program
- Varity of renewal projects.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the delivery of engineering design, documentation and quality assurance to meet highest industry standards and statutory regulations.
- Experience and proficiency in civil engineering design of infrastructure and management of project design delivery, and ability to apply innovative and international best practice solutions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of materials, detailing and documentation that would support the delivery of exemplary transport, public domain, street scape, stormwater and major projects.
- Knowledge of the principles and practice of civil engineering, and emerging trends, principles and operations with an understanding of civil engineering operations and function.
- Experience in preparing professional and technical reports for a variety of audiences.
- Experience in the principles and practice of design in the areas of road, footpath and stormwater drainage infrastructure, streetscape, kerb & watertable replacement and road construction & rehabilitation.
- Knowledge of Australian standards and guidelines, Australian Rainfall & Runoff, codes of practice, authority regulations and accepted industry best practice for the design and installation of engineering services associated with Civil and Stormwater Engineering projects and Local Government public realm projects.
About Us
Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!
To find out how a role with City of Adelaide impacts the community, please watch this video here.
The Infrastructure Program provides effective whole of life planning and management of our diverse community infrastructure assets and seeks partnerships with government bodies to deliver on Councils strategic plans, stimulating the local economy and supporting existing community needs and future growth.
At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.
For Further Enquiries & How to Apply
All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Bicky Shakya on 08 8203 7351.
Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Bicky Shakya, Team Leader Engineering.
Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.
For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers
Applications close at 11.59pm, 5 May 2025.
Please be advised this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 6 Classification between $103,908 - $112,291+ 11.5% superannuation.
We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.
Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au