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Strategic Infrastructure Planner - Civil

Strategic Infrastructure Planner - Civil

Glen Eira City CouncilCity of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
2 days ago
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Strategic Infrastructure Planner - Civil

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Champion strategic asset management of Glen Eira’s civil infrastructure

Full time, permanent position with flexible work options available

$106K–$119K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team

You will join a dynamic team passionate about sustainability, resilience and service excellence. We offer :

  • A supportive and energetic workplace culture.
  • An empowering environment to enable innovative and progressive outcomes.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of industry professionals.
  • Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced engineer to take charge of our Transport and Stormwater asset portfolio. Guiding strategy, innovation, and long‑term planning that makes a difference in the Glen Eira community.

You will be integrating climate risk into the lifecycle planning of our civil assets while also providing expert advice across the organisation on transport and stormwater management.

Other responsibilities include

  • Leading the development and implementation of capital works strategies, including flooding mitigation and WSUD integration.
  • Collaborating with service authorities and agencies to deliver community‑focused outcomes.
  • Continuously improving Council’s transport and stormwater renewal programs.
  • Providing technical input on drainage, subdivision approvals, and civil infrastructure.
  • About you

    Your technical expertise will be vital in managing data collection contracts, assessing drainage and subdivision proposals, and investigating flooding issues with a climate‑resilient lens.

    You have a strong background in Civil or Environmental Engineering, and experience in asset planning and strategy. You will also bring familiarity in engineering processes such as condition audits, risk assessment, lifecycle modelling, flood modelling, and a deep understanding of Australian Standards and infrastructure legislation.

    Required skills and experience

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Civil and / or Environmental Engineering, with relevant experience and skills in Civil Asset Planning / Strategy and Asset Management.
  • Experience and knowledge in the development and review of Road Management Plan, Road Register, Capital Works Programs, Policies, Asset Management Plans and Stormwater & Flood Management Strategy.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills that provide innovative solutions.
  • Excellent written and well‑developed verbal communication and negotiation skills.
  • Interview information

    The interviews will take place between Monday, 24 November and Thursday, 27 November 2025, between 9 am and 5 pm.

    Pre‑employment checks

    Progressed candidates must undergo pre‑employment screening as a standard procedure which will include :

  • Employee Working with Children Check
  • New National Police Record Check
  • Evidence of right to work in Australia.
  • Pre‑employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

    Position Description

    To view a copy please visit the Council Careers page : https : / / careers.gleneira.vic.gov.au / jobs / search.

    Apply NOW!

    All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application you will need to :

  • Attach your resume
  • Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
  • For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Harish Kirubakaran, Coordinator Strategic Asset Management, on 9524 3371 or by email HKirubakaran@gleneira.vic.gov.au.
  • What’s on offer

    We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you :

  • Flexible work options
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
  • Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
  • Reward and recognition programmes
  • Comprehensive leave entitlements
  • Working at Glen Eira City Council

    The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

    Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values‑based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

    Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community‑focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child‑safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to :

  • Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
  • Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including : people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender‑diverse people.
  • Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.
  • If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on Aboriginal@gleneira.vic.gov.au.
  • We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.
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