Careers at Council
Graduate Engineer
Careers at CouncilAustralia12 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
Queanbeyan, New South Wales

Full-time

$77,031.24 - $85,120.36 gross per annum + 12% super +3.5% Civil Liability Allowance (

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Position Number: 6809 Location: Queanbeyan

The Package: $77,031.24 - $85,120.36 gross per annum + 12% super +3.5% Civil Liability Allowance (Evaluated as Grade 10 of the QPRC Salary System 2025).

Full-time – 35 hours per week. Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

Are you ready to launch your engineering career with hands-on experience in a diverse and dynamic environment? Join our Technical and Projects team as a Graduate Engineer, where you will develop vital skills in project management, civil design, and infrastructure construction while delivering tangible results for the community.

In This Role You Will

  • Gain hands-on experience delivering civil infrastructure projects, ranging from assisting with contract management and site surveillance to leading your own smaller assigned projects.
  • Develop technical expertise across a variety of disciplines, including traffic engineering management plans, field surveys, and the design and drafting of Council assets.
  • Ensure successful project outcomes by preparing concise reports, complying with budget requirements, and adhering to strict workplace health and safety standards.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

  • Has attained a 4-Year Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (within the last 12 months) acceptable for Engineers Australia Graduate Membership.
  • Is a highly organized, collaborative team player with strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
  • Is proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of programs and electronic records management systems and holds a current Class ‘C’ Driver’s Licence.

Working with us: At QPRC, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, flexible working arrangements, and a wide range of professional development opportunities. The successful candidate can also take advantage of Council’s new reward and recognition program that allows our staff to access discounts and cashback at 600+ major retailers – learn more about these benefits here.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:

Tim Long

A/g Coordinator, Project Delivery

  • 6285 6104

Closing date: 9:00am Monday, 22 December 2025

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