Engineers Graduate- Water and Sewer (Assets and Projects) null

About Central Coast Council

The Central Coast Council, formed in 2016 from the amalgamation of Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils, serves a rapidly growing region just north of Sydney, Australia. As one of the state's largest councils, it strives to enhance the area's livability through infrastructure improvements, community facilities, and environmental initiatives. Committed to a vision of a vibrant and sustainable Central Coast, the council works diligently to meet the needs of residents and visitors alike.

To know more about Central Coast Council, watch this video.

Your role

The graduate roles are within the  Asset and Projects Unit in Water and Sewer and will see you gaining skills and experience across a broad range of functions in your relevant area of study.

You will be able to apply the knowledge you have learnt to everyday situations and learn from professionals in the industry.

This is achieved through the adoption and implementation of sound engineering principles and practices while receiving mentoring to contribute to the provision of clean, safe drinking water and quality sewerage services for the customers.

If you are interested in assisting in tasks such as effective asset planning, improvement of operational and maintenance processes for water and sewer, or learning how to work safely and effectively in a highly regulated industry then this may be the graduate opportunity for you. 

These positions are required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Key activities of this role include:

• Provide assistance in mapping, collecting and analysing water and sewer assets information by interpreting WAE drawings and validating through site visits and inspections as required for complex projects
• Undertake the review and analysis of various data platforms to make recommendations for capital, operational and maintenance improvements
• Undertake project scoping, stakeholder engagement, cost estimation and business case development for capital and operational projects.

Training & development

Central Coast Council provides support for career development through a culture of learning, including on-the-job experience, coaching, mentoring, and access to learning resources. Role-specific learning and development opportunities are available, which may include tailored materials and formal education options.

Benefits

This role provides a commencing salary range of between AUD 69,500 to AUD 83,400 per annum dependent on skills and experience +11% superannuation. 

Here are the other benefits offered to its employees:

• Weekly pay cycle
• Generous Leave Provisions: 20 days paid Annual Leave, 15 days Sick Leave/Carers Leave, Health & Wellbeing Leave, Long Service Leave after 5 years, Additional purchased leave, Parental Leave – 18 weeks full pay/36 weeks ½ pay, Paternity Leave - 2 weeks
• Novated leasing program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their families
• Fitness Passport – access to gyms across the Central Coast and Newcastle
• Health and wellbeing programs – skin cancer screening, Breast screening, Flu vaccination, blood donations;
• Recognition of Service
• Council childcare salary sacrifice
• Individual career development and learning opportunities
• Reward and Recognition program.

Work life balance

Central Coast Council offers remote working opportunities, allowing employees to work from home for up to two days per week with supervisor and Unit Manager approval. Additional remote working days can be requested through a formal flexible work arrangement, subject to approval based on individual circumstances and business needs.

Culture & vibe

Central Coast Council cultivates a purposeful culture, offering employees diverse career paths and unwavering support on their professional journeys. Encouraging innovation and empowerment, the council values ideas that challenge norms and contribute to positive change. Within this inclusive environment, individuals are recognized, listened to, and encouraged to maintain a work-life balance, fostering personal fulfilment beyond the workplace. Together, the council endeavours to make a meaningful impact on the community, driven by trust, creativity, and diversity, envisioning a brighter future through collective reimagination and action.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:

• Degree qualification in Mechanical, Civil or Chemical Engineering or relevant equivalent, combined with ongoing professional development
• Current Class C Driver's licence
• Construction General Induction card – NSW SafeWork or equivalent or willing to obtain
• Experience in the use of Microsoft suite of applications (e.g. MS Teams, MS Word and MS Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to participate and actively contribute in a team environment to achieve organisational goals and outcomes
• Demonstrated a positive approach to the provision of customer service
• Ability to complete work and deliver according to project schedules and competing deadlines and priorities
• Ability to use judgement and problem-solving skills to achieve positive outcomes
• Good communication skills, including both written and verbal, across varying audiences.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/about-council/careers 
• centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/about-council/careers/why-work-us
• centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/about-council/careers/culture-and-values