Bring your civil engineering expertise to Bellingen Shire Council and deliver projects that make a real difference to the community. Lead a dedicated team, work on diverse infrastructure projects, and enjoy the lifestyle of the stunning Mid North Coast. About Us Working with us means more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a real difference at a local level. We’re a small but impactful council known for innovation, collaboration, and community connection. With around 160 dedicated employees, our team is passionate about delivering services that support the people and places that make our shire special. Bellingen Shire is a picturesque and diverse area located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane and just south of Coffs Harbour. Covering 1,605 square kilometres with around 10km of coastline, the region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty – from lush rainforests and pristine rivers to the World Heritage-listed Dorrigo National Park. Our towns and villages are known for their charm, creativity and strong community spirit. Living and working here offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and purpose. With a focus on sustainability, cultural richness, and a warm, welcoming community, Bellingen Shire is an inspiring place to grow your career, enjoy work-life balance, and contribute to something meaningful. The Opportunity Bellingen Shire Council has an exciting Capital Works delivery program that will be delivered in the coming years. Council’s annual Capital program is currently in excess of $50M, including bridge renewals, spending over $15M on its Road Renewal program as well as special projects such as the Urunga Boardwalk Replacement and upgrades to Connell Park. Reporting to the Group Leader Infrastructure Delivery, the Civil Project Engineer is responsible for delivering a range of capital and maintenance projects from inception to completion. You will manage the entire project life cycle, from planning and design to construction and handover, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, to specification, and in compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Leading a small team, you will work with subcontractors, Council crews, and key stakeholders to deliver outcomes that meet community needs while fostering strong, positive relationships with partners such as Transport for NSW. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline. You will bring demonstrated experience managing civil projects of varying complexity, from concept to delivery, ideally within a local or state government context. Your background will include preparing technical documentation, managing tenders, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, funding agreements, and Council processes. To succeed in the role, you will need exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining quality and governance standards. Strong leadership and communication skills will enable you to guide your team, liaise effectively with contractors, and engage the community in project delivery. You will have a practical approach, the ability to anticipate and resolve issues quickly, and a commitment to achieving results through collaboration and sound project management practices. On offer Some of the benefits working for Bellingen Shire Council include: Access to Fitness Passport Access to employee wellbeing programs Hybrid and flexible work arrangements Ongoing professional development opportunities Salary packaging options 2-year full-time position, 35 hours per week with access to monthly rostered day off Annual salary of $119,025 to $135,725 (plus super and 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance). Still Have Questions? For further information regarding this role please contact John Fyfe on 02 6655 7300. For enquiries about the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@bellingen.nsw.gov.au . Sponsorship/work rights for Australia Please note that visa sponsorship is not available. To be eligible for a continuing role, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold Australian permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered for a fixed-term appointment aligned with the duration of their visa, depending on the needs of the role and the business unit. How to Apply Please read the Position Description by clicking the link at the bottom of this page to gain a full understanding of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. No candidate meets every single desired qualification or skill. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined but you believe you could add value to the role, we would love to learn more about you! If this sounds like you, click the ‘Apply for this job’ button at the top of the page. You will need to complete the application form and upload your current resume with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications close: Sunday, 7 September 2025 at 4pm Further information As part of the recruitment process, suitable candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment, psychometric testing, and drug and alcohol screening (where relevant to the role). Our recruitment process is managed via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is entered correctly to avoid missing important updates and outcomes. Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes. Please check your email regularly, and don’t forget to check your junk/spam folder. Bellingen Shire Council is a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Bellingen Shire Council as an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidates of all ages, from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and people who have lived experience of disability to apply to work with us. Bellingen Shire Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6655 7300 or recruitment@bellingen.nsw.gov.au. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process. Click here to download the Position Description Download our How to Apply Guide here
