Stormwater Projects Engineer

Join to apply for the Stormwater Projects Engineer role at Knox City Council We have an exciting opportunity for a Civil or Environmental Engineer to join our Strategic Integrated Stormwater Team. As our new Stormwater Projects Engineer, you will make a difference daily by providing engineering insight and support across the team. Responsibilities Provide advice in relation to public and corporate enquiries regarding integrated stormwater matters of a general and specific nature, including providing stormwater design advice. Provide technical direction and conditions for Building, Town Planning and Subdivisional development referrals within statutory timeframes. Investigate and action stormwater matters including flooding and stormwater quality and stormwater harvesting requirements. Collect and analyse data for the preparation of stormwater strategies and catchment master plans as requested. Undertake investigations, provide technical advice and prepare technical reports on stormwater-related matters, including amendments to existing strategies, guidelines and standard drawings. Accurate and timely completion of communications and correspondence. Support the delivery of Capital Works projects including investigation, design, and procurement. Actively participate in discussions with State and Federal Authorities such as the Department of Transport & Planning, Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Action, etc., Utility Service Providers, Telecommunications, Water Authorities, Local Councils and other planning and development related authorities regarding provision of integrated Stormwater services. Actively participate in Council’s approach to performance, development and review process Work & Development Plan. Your Work & Development Plan is the opportunity to bring your whole self to work through celebrating your talents and strengths and supporting your performance and development. This role may also be required to carry out other such duties as are within the limits of the employee’s skills competence and training. This is a full‑time permanent/temporary role based at Knox City Council's Civic Centre in Wantirna South. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met. This is a Band 6 classified role. Remuneration will be $98,353.35 to $107,416.64 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee. How to apply Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:45pm on Sunday 7 December 2025. All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. For further information on this role please contact Niels Unger, Coordinator - Strategic Integrated Stormwater , at or . Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date. Why work at Knox Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy: Accrued or rostered days off available for full‑time roles, depending on operational requirements. Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave. Salary sacrifice option for Council‑owned childcare fees. Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth. Support towards further study. 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work‑related challenges. To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox Inherent requirements To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX Our commitments Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier‑free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse. Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi‑wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Government Administration Water Supply and Irrigation Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr