Coordinator Engineering Design

- Full Time - From $121,839- $161,610 plus Superannuation - Position Brief - [Coordinator Engineering Design](https://applynow.net.au/jobs/COG2194/assets/32577778 "Coordinator Engineering Design") **_Please Note. The salary range is $121,839 - $161,610 per annum plus superannuation and leave loading._** **_The salary range is commensurate with a 72-hour fortnight and may include a negotiable attraction allowance based on your qualifications, skills and experience. The allowance is reviewed annually._** **About the role** We're seeking an experienced engineering leader to join our Engineering Design and Specifications team as Coordinator Engineering Design (Civil). In this role, you will lead a team of engineers, designers and drafters delivering infrastructure projects across the City. You will provide technical leadership, oversee design quality and governance and ensure the successful delivery of safe, practical and fit-for-purpose engineering solutions . This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, people leadership and operational management while influencing the delivery of infrastructure that supports one of Australia’s fastest growing cities. Reporting to the Manager Engineering Design and Specifications, you will lead the civil delivery of engineering design and documentation services across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will provide technical governance and professional oversight while working closely with project managers, asset custodians, consultants and other stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. **Key responsibilities include:** - Leading, mentoring and developing a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers and drafters. - Managing the delivery of civil engineering design services across Council's capital works program. - Providing technical governance and oversight of engineering design deliverables. - Managing team resources, workloads and priorities to meet business and project requirements. - Coordinating multidisciplinary design inputs and managing project interfaces. - Overseeing design reviews, quality assurance processes and engineering compliance. - Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. - Ensuring engineering solutions are safe, sustainable, practical and fit for purpose. - Applying Safety in Design principles and managing design-related risks. - Driving continuous improvement in engineering systems, standards, procedures and practices. - Monitoring team performance and service delivery outcomes. - Providing strategic engineering advice to support organisational objectives. **We’re looking for people who have:** - Demonstrated experience leading engineering design teams and delivering quality outcomes. - Strong experience in the design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects. - Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and competing priorities. - Strong understanding of engineering governance, design assurance and risk management. - Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering projects and design interfaces. - Proven ability to motivate teams, build capability and foster a positive team culture. - Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills. - Sound judgement and confidence making decisions in complex technical and operational environments. - A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery. - Experience mentoring and developing engineering professionals. - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering - Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ), or eligibility to obtain registration. - Driver Licence Class C Car _Further information is available in the attached position brief._ **Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future** The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance: - Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations - Personal and professional development courses - Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport - 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member - 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. **How to apply** To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable. **Contact Person** Alex McNulty **Contact Email** [email protected] **Closing Date** Wednesday 21st October 2026/11:59pm AEDT Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing. _We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process._