Civil Engineer

Meander Valley Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified Civil Engineers to join our small and collaborative engineering team, who work together to deliver engineering solutions which best serve Council and our Meander Valley community.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Meander Valley Council, we’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice. We offer:

• Generous superannuation—15.5% total (including 3.5% above the standard rate) or an equivalent package with additional salary instead.

• A 19-day month, allowing for a Rostered Day Off (RDO) for full-time employees.

• Extra leave benefits including 12 days personal leave per year and 17.5% leave loading on annual leave.

• Health & Wellbeing perks including onsite employee gym, access to an Employee Assistance Program and regular health & wellbeing initiatives.

• Professional development and learning opportunities.

• Free on-site parking.

• A supportive, connected team culture where your contributions are valued.

About the Role

The diversity of our municipality will allow the successful candidate to work across a varied range of operational and capital projects in the urban suburbs, regional townships and rural landscapes that make up our municipality.

In this role you will be responsible for the preparation of design drawings, specifications, and project plans relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of Council infrastructure (including roads, footpaths, bridges and stormwater drainage). A component of the work undertaken in the position includes undertaking engineering referrals as they relate to development(s), including liaising with customers, processing working in the road reserve applications (e.g. driveway vehicular crossings) and undertaking inspections for compliance with Council conditions.

Council offer the work/life balance you have been seeking, with office hours of 8.30am to 5pm and minimal after-hours work required.This position is based at Council’s offices at Westbury, a short 25-minute drive from the city of Launceston.

The total salary package will be negotiated subject to the successful candidate's experience and qualifications within the range of $113,938 to 129,430 (inclusive of superannuation).  

About You

To be successful you will have completed a tertiary qualification in civil engineering and have a minimum of three years’ work experience in an engineering role, or an equivalent combination of training, skills & experience. This is not a graduate position.

An understanding of Australian construction standards and demonstrated experience working within these standards is essential. You will be confident in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation and standards and will clearly and confidently communicate (verbally and in writing) these requirements to other Council Officers and members of the public as required.

Experience working in Local Government will be favourable. An interest to furthering your career in engineering within Local Government and contributing to our community will be highly regarded.

You will be able to work independently but will also have a willingness to collaborate and contribute within a small team environment. You are focused but flexible in your approach to your work and thrive in fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Your well-developed time management skills allow you to shift easily, maintaining attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

The successful candidate will have a current right to work in Australia.

About Meander Valley

Meander Valley is one of northern Tasmania’s most distinctive regions, known for its scenic landscapes, rich heritage and strong sense of community. The area brings together historic townships, productive farmland and natural environments, offering a unique blend of lifestyle and opportunity.

Our team of just over 100 employees at Meander Valley Council work together to support the wellbeing and sustainability of our vibrant community. We value:

• Teamwork and accountability

• Open communication

• Trust and empowerment

• Connection and collaboration

To Apply

Please note: Applications submitted via Seek will not be considered.

Visit www.meander.tas.gov.au/current-employment-opportunities to view the full Job Specification and Position Description (including Selection Criteria) and obtain the application form.

To apply, please submit:

• an application form (see the link above to obtain this)

• a cover letter

• a current resume

• a statement addressing the selection criteria from the Job Specification (maximum of three pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email to ••••@mvc.tas.gov.au.

Applications close at 9am on Monday 24 August 2026. However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement when the position is filled.    

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Jonathan Galbraith, Manager Engineering and Assets, on (03) •••• •331 or ••••@mvc.tas.gov.au