Infrastructure Engineer – Network Access

Job no: Work type: Fixed Term Full TimeClassification: Band 6 - Commencing at $95,760 paCategories: Engineering About the role In this role, you will contribute to the efficient and effective management of the City’s road and drainage assets. You will coordinate and assess third‑party applications to operate within council road reserves and provide support for the planning and delivery of capital works projects. Your work will help ensure the City’s infrastructure operates safely, sustainably, and efficiently, while supporting operational improvements across the road and drainage network. Key responsibilities Coordinate and assess the applications of third parties seeking to work within the City’s road reserve to ensure works are implemented consistent with best practice and key travel routes remain available for public use. Coordinate and assess applications of transport operators to use the City’s road network at higher mass and dimension limits. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on issues relating to network availability and vehicle restrictions based on infrastructure capacity constraints. Undertake various engineering related projects involving investigation, research, generation and assessment of alternatives and production of reports recommending appropriate courses of action. Provide timely and accurate advice including letters and reports to senior staff and internal and external customers. Supervise contractors engaged in general engineering studies and investigations. Provide support to the wider team to ensure the effective operation and success of the Department as a whole. About you Strong conceptual skills with experience in conducting research, analysing data and synthesising results into tangible plans and outcomes. Understanding of the legislative requirements relating to construction activities, particularly related to a safety culture. Ability to assess, prioritise and schedule conflicting road access needs. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to translate technical information into plain English in both written and verbal form. Excellent prioritisation and organisation skills. Current Victorian Drivers Licence. Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City). Child Safety Responsibilities We are committed to being a child‑safe organisation and have zero‑tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy. Diversity and Inclusion At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience. We are the City From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong. Applications and Enquiries Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position. Enquiries: Aaron McGlade | Coordinator Civil Infrastructure Planning | ********@geelongcity.vic.gov.au Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at *******@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch. We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared. #J-18808-Ljbffr