Civil Infrastructure Project Engineer

Discover the enchanting beauty of East Arnhem Land, where the rich Indigenous culture intertwines with Australia's most breathtaking landscapes.
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At NCL, we are proud to offer you more than just a job; we provide an extraordinary work-life balance that enables you to embrace the natural wonders of this region.

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The Nhulunbuy Corporation is seeking a professional, positive and engaged individual to join our Infrastructure team.

The main focus of the Civil Infrastructure Project Engineer is to support the Nhulunbuy Corporation’s direction by delivering high quality civil infrastructure, open space and other projects on time, within budget and to Corporation standards.

Pre-employment medical and a probation period of up to 6-months will apply.

The Role:

ESSENTIAL

• Tertiary qualification or other accredited training in Engineering / Project Management for Infrastructure Projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in construction or roads, drainage, and other civil infrastructure assets.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills to enable effective communication with a wide variety of people from all levels and background including staff, contractors, and the public.
• Project Management skills, sound financial and budgeting skills, including the ability to develop and manage project budget allocations.
• Well-developed negotiation, facilitation and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of best practice contracting and tendering practices.

OTHER SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• A desire to understand and cooperate with the traditional owner groups and a desire to respect the cultural boundaries that are present throughout the East Arnhem Peninsula.
• Ability to prepare, compile and write-up technical reports.
• Intermediate computer skills and the ability to create accurate logs, notes and reports in electronic form.
• Strong ethics and a proven ability to work both autonomously and as a member of a team.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation and relevant policies.

You will work as part of a small team as well as independently and have the ability to manage multiple duties at one time.

• While at work, take reasonable care for the health and safety of all persons who are at your place of work and who may be affected by your acts or omission at work.
• Follow all WHS policies, procedures and practices.
• Be a team player and maintain a realistic level of industrial harmony.
• Follow policies, procedures and practices that do not discriminate against individuals in employment or education on the basis of race or ethnicity, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual preference, disability, age and religious or political affiliation.
• Uphold NCL’s policies with regard to the Nhulunbuy Corporation’s vision, goals, interpersonal relationships and Code of Conduct.

Your application should include a CV and covering letter stating your interest and suitability to the minimum requirements details in the position description, with a minimum of two professional references.

This is a full-time salaried position with conditions including subsidized accommodation and utilities, motor vehicle or allowance, additional superannuation based on co-contributions and generous leave and leave loading provisions. This position is offered as an ongoing permanent position with a total remuneration package of approx. $200k.

You will be required to work a 76 hour fortnight on a work/life balance roster including the possibility of some weekend/public holiday work.

To obtain further information about the role please call Stacie Irving at the Nhulunbuy Corporation on 8939 2200 or email [email protected]

Position will be open until filled and applications can be submitted via email or in person.