Graduate Project Engineer

Applications closing on 16 January 2026, 05:00 PM

Join our dynamic Infrastructure Team at Berrigan Shire Council!

Are you a recent engineering graduate or currently studying? Join our team to help deliver real infrastructure outcomes across roads and community projects. Work alongside the Director Infrastructure, gain hands-on experience, and make a lasting impact from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead the delivery and management of Council’s capital works projects, ensuring efficient execution and providing expert advice on infrastructure planning and related activities.
  • Oversee daily operations including scheduling, investigations, customer service, and quality assurance to maintain high service standards and meet organisational priorities.
  • Support the development and implementation of proposed and identified projects, contributing to strategic planning and execution.
  • Demonstrate initiative and technical expertise, staying current with engineering standards and innovations to ensure all projects align with Council’s objectives, budgets, timelines, and community expectations.
  • Manage end to end project delivery, ensuring successful outcomes through effective coordination. Stakeholder engagement, and timely execution.

What You’ll Need:

  • A minimum of a Degree in Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia or working towards;
  • Project Management experience;
  • Local Government experience is preferred;
  • General Construction Induction Work in NSW (White Card)
  • Class C Driver's Licence and ability to maintain

What’s in it for You?

  • Work in a dynamic environment that values your eagerness to learn and grow.
  • Enjoy a full-time position with a fantastic 70-hour, 9-day fortnight schedule – hello long weekends!
  • Take advantage of our flexible working arrangements that fit your life.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your engineering career in a supportive and community focused environment.


This is a full-time position classified at Grade H, Entry Level under Council’s current salary structure with a salary range based on qualifications and experience from $80,725.01 & $90,856.04, plus 12% statutory superannuation and a 70-hour 9-day fortnight. Conditions are in accordance with Local Government (State) Award 2023.

If you would like to discuss this position further, please contact Gary George, Director Infrastructure on 03 5888 5100.

Applications should be marked “Confidential” PO/17/2026 and include a Cover Letter addressing the essential criteria for the position, Resume & Completed Application form; A copy of the application form is available on this page or by contacting Ashleigh Holt, People, Culture & Safety Officer on, 03 5888 5100.

Application will be received up to, 5:00pm Friday 16 January 2026.

 

Interim Chief Executive Officer
Berrigan Shire Council
56 Chanter Street
BERRIGAN NSW 2712.

Or to jobs@berriganshire.nsw.gov.au

Or by completing the application form on this page.

Berrigan Shire Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer