Technical Officer - Engineering

Applications closing on 05 May 2026, 12:00 PM

Reference number

25-26

Job Type

Full Time

Package

Band 5


Full time, ongoing
Band 5, $70,8+2 pa + Super

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 5 May 2026


Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only +0 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.


The role

Key responsibilities undertaken by the Technical Officer – Engineering include:

Assisting in the scoping and projects and preparation of specifications, estimates, plans and concepts for proposed infrastructure and minor projects
Reviewing and resolving engineering requests, assessing minor works permit applications and providing surveillance on construction projects
Undertaking traffic engineering assessments
Work in conjunction with other members of the Infrastructure Unit to bring about timely delivery of projects within approved parameters

Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role you will have:

relevant qualifications and/or experience in a civil engineering environment
a current Victorian Drivers Licence
great communication and problem solving skills
demonstrated computer literacy

Benefits

Annual salary increases
Hybrid working options – work from home and the office
Flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.


Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Kerrie Eldridge, Senior Project Engineer, on (03) 5471 1756.


How to apply

Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.


Please ensure your application includes:


A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
A copy of your current resume
Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, ****** orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.


Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.


For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.