Construction Engineer (Coburg)

- Hybrid Working #LI-Hybrid
- Full time permanent role (based on 35 hours per week)
- Fortnightly RDO
- Exciting change agenda and fantastic new team
- Salary: $86k
- $97k + Super
- Ability to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local Government About Merri-bek City Council Merri-bek City Council is a progressive council of 195,125 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Our council area sits within the banks of the Merri Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek, and includes Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Gowanbrae, Hadfield, Oak Park and Pascoe Vale. Our city is vibrant and energetic, known for its active community, cultural diversity, creative industries and the arts. Our long-term vision has ambitious goals for environmental sustainability, social justice, community wellbeing, and creating great places. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food and cafés right at the doorstep. Merri-bek Council strives to be a contemporary, innovative and collaborative organisation with a deep commitment to engaging and supporting the Merri-bek community. Our organisational vision is to be one team, brave and diverse, making a difference. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We offer flexible and hybrid work options and genuinely care about providing our staff work/life balance. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food, cafés, parks and a cinema right at the doorstep. Merri-bek is a great place to live, work and play. About the role
- To ensure the quality of and safety of construction works.
- To ensure that construction works comply with the documentation and industry best practice and are completed in the most economical and efficient manner.
- Ensure that tenders and quotes for Capital Works Projects are following legislative, statutory and Council policy.
- To contribute to the success of Council through active teamwork and effective performance of the responsibilities of the duties of the position.
- Obtain quotes and arrange tenders for works.
- Undertake construction supervision of developers relating to Onsite Stormwater Detention (OSD) and outfall drains relating to multi-unit developments and subdivisions.
- Review Onsite Stormwater Detention (OSD) designs and provide advice to developers.
- Assess and advise on matters relating to Legal Point of Discharge Skills and experience require to perform the role
- Tertiary (Degree) qualification in Civil Engineering enabling eligibility for Membership of the Institute of Engineers, Australia.
- Recent Civil Engineering Graduate with experience in a civil construction environment, particularly in setting out and construction supervision of urban road construction.
- Recent Civil Engineering Graduate with experience in the supervision of contractors and the construction of civil infrastructure.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret specifications and standard drawings.
- Understanding Onsite Stormwater Detention (OSD) assessments and site inspections relating to multi-unit developments.
- Knowledge of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principals.
- Ability to work within established procedures and systems as part of a multi-skilled team with well-developed organisational skills and an ability to plan and prioritise multiple projects whilst consistently meeting agreed deadlines.
- Very well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on the capacity to develop and maintain positive and effective relationships and partnerships, both internally and externally.
- Commitment to quality assurance practices, workplace health and safety, and environmental standards, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of design and construction of municipal drainage and road infrastructure (highly regarded).
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence. What the role can offer
- Fortnightly RDO
- Extensive opportunities for training & career development
- Salary sacrifice options
- A real sense of work-life balance & flexible work options
- Employer-supported study assistance schemes
- Wellness programs Further support offered for our staff
- Up to 20 week's primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leave
- Purchase leave
- Ceremonial leave
- Gender affirmation leave
- Family violence leave For further information about this position please contact Arthur Pitsas on 9240 2236 or Applications close: 11:30pm, Wednesday 17 June 2026.

- in the case that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advertisement before the current closing date. Before submitting an application, please view the Position Description. Please note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid Driver's Licence, WWCC and White/Red Card. Please have this ready when completing your application. How to apply Please fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents.
- Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council. Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email. Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation. Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture. We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience. Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council. For further information regarding access or modifications you may require for a recruitment process please contact Danni Jovanovic, Recruitment Business Partner on Our Commitment In May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality. Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel protected and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqpu4