Senior Engineer

FIND WORK, COMMUNITY AND OPPORTUNITY IN THE SOUTH

• Permanent full time Senior Engineer role, based at Pittsworth.
• $116,916.83 to $123,940.72 gross per annum (plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation).
• Development, leadership and management training opportunities.

What we Offer

• Salary packaging services available.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with one affordable membership.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.

About You

Hold the following mandatory qualifications, training and experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering Civil, or equivalent, from a recognised university.
• Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ), or ability to obtain RPEQ registration within 12 months of commencement.
• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Current unrestricted ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Working in proximity to Traffic Awareness Part 1 and 2, or ability to obtain within 3 months of commencement.
• Demonstrated relevant experience providing engineering and technical advice in a civil construction environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the performance of the Construction Management role within a civil environment including the supervision of construction teams and the direction of works.
• Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Accountability.

For full details about the position and the 'Success Criteria', please ensure you download a copy of the Position Description.

How to apply

To apply, please submit two documents:

1. Your current resume.
2. A document addressing the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description in four pages or less.
   • Tip: Use headings to address each criterion and provide examples (situation, task, action, result).
   • Once logged into your Seek account, click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to the Toowoomba Regional Council advertisement to access the Position Description and to apply.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Angelo Casagrande - Manager Construction & Maintenance South on 04•• ••• 719 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11.59pm, Monday 17 August 2026.

About Construction and Maintenance South

The Construction and Maintenance South Branch forms part of the Infrastructure Services Group (ISG) and is responsible for developing and maintaining community infrastructure including stormwater drainage/culverts, footpath/cycleway and road and bridge infrastructure assets. The primary service objective is to ensure the abovementioned asset classes are developed and maintained in a coordinated and integrated manner. The Construction & Maintenance South Branch plays a crucial role in driving capital and operational works projects across the Darling Downs.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the community.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.