INTERNAL ONLY - PROJECT ENGINEER

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Construction

Salary Range: Band 6 $116,089 - $128,453 AUD per annum + superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 6 Months

Location: Pine Mountain Civil South Depot

Our Business

Brisbane City Council is one of the largest local governments in the Asia-Pacific region and one of the biggest employers in Queensland. We employ an inclusive and diverse workforce, with great benefits and flexible work options. A job with Council offers skill development, career mobility and access to benefits that matter.

Our Branch

Infrastructure Services brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.​

The Role

As a Project Engineer, you will take ownership of delivering assigned civil projects safely, on time, within budget, and to scope. You will provide leadership, technical expertise, and support to operational teams, while building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

We are looking for someone who brings both technical expertise and leadership capability, and who is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for the community.

To be successful you will have:

• a degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
• “C” Class Driver’s Licence
• possession of a current White Card
• experience delivering civil construction or infrastructure projects
• knowledge of project management, procurement, and construction practices
• experience managing budgets, resources, and project risks
• ability to lead and influence teams in a collaborative, safety-focused environment
• excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• experience applying workplace health and safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

For more information: Zoe Hare Talent Partner on 07 3178 5012

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 16^th June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST

 Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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