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Join to apply for the Engineering Design & Approvals Manager role at Careers at Council Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle with a young & diverse multi-cultural population, authentic cafes, and renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive, energetic, and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population. Position Overview The Engineering Design & Approvals Manager is responsible for the engineering survey, design & drafting of Councils civil infrastructure. This includes generating roads and traffic engineering programs, assisting in long-term infrastructure planning related to civil infrastructure, and providing engineering referrals for developments. Qualifications: A degree in Civil Engineering acceptable to the Institution of Engineers Australia or tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering with relevant experience. Current Australian Class C Drivers Licence or equivalent. White Card/General Construction Induction Training Card. Please include copies of all relevant licenses and qualifications with your application. Skills & Knowledge: Knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act (NSW) relating to development processes. Excellent prioritisation, time management, interpersonal, and communication skills. Proactive problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making abilities. Experience supervising and coordinating team members, casual staff, contractors, and resources. Knowledge of budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, MS Office, and CAD software. Hours of work: 35 hours per week. Salary and conditions: Starting from $127,344.36 to $140,075.52 annually (Grade 22), plus superannuation and a fully maintained leaseback vehicle. Benefits include: Location & Lifestyle 4 weeks annual leave 3 weeks sick leave 5 weeks Long Service Leave after 5 years Career development opportunities Employee health & assistance programs Access to the fitness passport program Valuable experience in a dynamic environment Special conditions: Only applicants with current rights to work in Australia may apply. Application deadline: Monday, 1 September 2025 For inquiries, contact Graham Gordon at 1300 176 077. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, all ages, people with disabilities, LGBTIQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. People with disabilities are supported throughout the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr