Woollahra Municipal Council Hiring for Student Engineer Job at Sydney Full Time

• Salary from $49,308.12 – $51,678.00 p.a. (pro rata) + 10% superannuation
• 6 month contract – 21 hours/3 days per week
• Located in Double Bay – close to public buses & Edgecliff Train Station
• Learning & Development Opportunities

About us

Woollahra is an area steeped in natural beauty and heritage appealing to residents, businesses and visitors who enjoy its many parks, waterfront locations and historic buildings. Our people come from a diverse range of backgrounds and professions creating a dynamic workforce of over 400 staff members.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Student Engineer to kick start their career with our Infrastructure and Assets Engineering Services team!

Gain hands on experience while studying and develop a solid career foundation with the support and guidance of our experienced and collaborative Engineering professionals.

As a Student Engineer, some of your duties will include undertaking proactive inspections on Council infrastructure assets; assisting Council Engineers in works inspections and surveying and updating databases. You will be responsible for drafting basic conceptual designs of road and traffic facilities, as well as ad hoc administration duties such as resident notifications.

About you

To be successful for the role you will be heading towards the end of your university studies, have a great attitude and are willing to learn and develop new skills. You will be a high achiever that can demonstrate:

• Near completion of a bachelor’s degree qualification in Civil Engineering, Civil Construction or a related field.
• Competency in the use of computer software packages including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, 2D, CivilCAD software.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service.
• Time management skills, with an ability to balance competing priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
• Understanding of and commitment to WHS and EEO principles.
• Current Class C drivers licence.
• Capable of working within the physical requirements in section Seven (7) of the position description.

How to apply

How to Apply

• Apply on line by clicking the APPLY NOW button
• You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria
• If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire
• You will be able to upload 2 documents only
• For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
• For further information about the role, please contact Yasas Da Silva, Infastructure Assets Team Leader on 02 9391 7029 during business hours

CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm on Sunday 18 April 2022

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. As of 1st December 2021, new employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence seven days prior to commencement.

Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.