Description
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Requirements
A varied and challenging role will have the successful applicant provide technical leadership, project management expertise, and stakeholder engagement across all phases of major project delivery.
Competitive annual salary commencing at $156,900 (TRP), which will be negotiated with the successful applicant based on skills and experience.
Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Principal Project Engineer – Major Public Works - Fixed Term, 2 years
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $156,900 (TRP), which will be negotiated with the successful applicant based on skills and experience.
Closing Date: Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
This role sits within the Capital Delivery and Assets Branch which is primarily responsible for the planning and delivery of projects within Council’s capital works program.
The Principal Project Engineer – Major Public Works leads the delivery of complex, high-value public works projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards. The role provides technical leadership, project management expertise, and stakeholder engagement across all phases of major project delivery.
The Principal Project Engineer – Major Public Works will be a member of the leadership team within the Capital Delivery and Assets branch alongside other teams and functions of the Capital Delivery and Assets Branch.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Degree level qualifications in civil engineering, or related discipline, acceptable for admission as a Member of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
- Registration or ability to obtain registration as an RPEQ (Registered Engineer of Queensland).
- Extensive experience in the delivery of major public works projects, including contract administration and stakeholder management.
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, interpretation and applications of professional engineering science, technology standards and practices.
- Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies and best practice.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Highly developed written and reporting skills.
- Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.
- Construction Industry White/Blue card.
Essential Requirements: - Lead the planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of major public works projects (e.g., roads, bridges, water, sewerage, community infrastructure).
- Manage project teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure effective delivery of project objectives.
- Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and risk management plans.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, codes, and Council policies.
- Prepare and review project documentation, including business cases, tender documents, technical specifications, and reports.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including community groups, regulatory authorities, and service providers.
- Provide technical advice and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.
- Undertake project scoping, feasibility studies, and value engineering assessments.
- Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to the Manager Capital Delivery and Assets.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management frameworks and processes.
- Deputise for the Manager Capital Delivery and Assets as required.
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Capital Delivery & Assets, Liam Watson on 07-5481 0796 or email liam.watson@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
Nine day fortnight / flexible work hours
Access to employee health and well-being programs
Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
Long service leave after seven years
Generous superannuation scheme of up to 12 per cent
Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focused
Integrity
Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply? - Simply head to Council's website and follow the "Careers at Council" link to submit your online application: www.gympie.qld.gov.au
1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.