INTERNAL ONLY - PLANNER ESTIMATOR ROAD MARKING

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Asphalt and Aggregates

Salary Range: Band 4 $89,207 - $95,764 + Superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Location: Regional Operations Centre

Our Business

Infrastructure Services brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values and embraces all our wonderful differences!

Our Branch

​​​​​​​Asphalt and Aggregates oversees the management of Council's quarries and road surfacing operations, including the laying and repair of asphalt pavements, minor pothole repairs and road line marking. The branch consists of three core business units: Road Resurfacing, Asphalt Production and Quarries.

The Role

The Planner Estimator works closely with the Delivery Manager and road marking and operational teams to plan, estimate and coordinate pavement marking projects across Brisbane. This role supports accurate cost estimation, effective project planning and client liaison to ensure programs of work are delivered safely, professionally and efficiently—on time, on budget and to the agreed quality and scope—while providing value‑for‑money, high‑quality services to customers.

Working closely with operational teams, the Planner Estimator ensures compliance with workplace health and safety, environmental and Council policies, identifies and manages project risks, and maintains strong technical expertise in pavement marking and signage. This position supports accurate estimating, project planning, billing and documentation, while contributing to efficient project delivery, effective stakeholder engagement and continuous performance improvement in line with Council values.

To be successful you will have:

• working knowledge of relevant WH&S, environmental, quality and EEO policies and procedures
• ability to contribute to team performance, meet agreed standards and engage in constructive feedback
• experience identifying work activities, resources and productivity rates for accurate estimating
• strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• experience in office administration, including records, work orders, cost tracking and invoicing
• basic computer skills using office‑based applications
• possession of a Certificate 3 in Line Marking
• a C Class Drivers’ Licence.

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. 

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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: Please call Cassandra Lee on 07 3403 0026.

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: Sunday 1 February 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. #LI-DNI