ENGINEERING MANAGER

Apply Job no: 684657 Category: Engineering and Technical, Engineering Professional Influence how major civil infrastructure projects are delivered safely, compliantly and efficiently Lead strategic engineering governance, risk and compliance initiatives across a large construction portfolio Work with senior leaders and industry stakeholders to drive best practice engineering outcomes Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services Branch: Construction Salary Range: The position attracts a competitive remuneration and benefits package dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Number of Positions: 1 Work type: Permanent Full-time Location: Various locations across Brisbane, including but not limited to the Regional Operational Centre (Eagle Farm) and Pine Mountain Depot. Our Business Infrastructure Services brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values and embraces all our wonderful differences! Our Branch Construction delivers efficient, financially competitive, whole of life, infrastructure. Our comprehensive knowledge of our project services and assets enables us to communicate and negotiate for the best long-term options to meet the needs of the ratepayers and residents of Brisbane. Construction delivers an extensive range of specialist services in the areas of infrastructure, storm water drainage, bridge maintenance, transport network technologies, trades, land remediation, asset intelligence, lighting and facility services. The Role As Engineering Manager, you'll play a critical leadership role in shaping the governance, compliance and technical standards that support Brisbane's infrastructure delivery program. Working across a broad portfolio of civil construction projects, you'll lead initiatives that strengthen safety, quality, environmental performance and risk management while ensuring infrastructure is delivered in line with legislative and engineering requirements. This highly influential role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, project teams and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and best practice across the business. From leading compliance frameworks and incident investigations to improving governance systems and supporting major infrastructure outcomes, you'll have a direct impact on how Brisbane's city-shaping projects are delivered. Key responsibilities of the role include: lead engineering governance, compliance and assurance frameworks across the construction business develop and maintain policies, plans and tools that support safe and compliant infrastructure delivery monitor and report on business performance across risk, health, safety, environment and quality functions lead incident investigations, early works initiatives and continuous improvement programs provide expert advice and support to leaders, project teams and external stakeholders on engineering compliance matters. To be successful you will have: proven experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders in a complex organisational environment strong capability in business planning, performance reporting and organisational improvement exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex issues demonstrated leadership experience building capability and driving high performance excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills. Benefits of working for Council include: flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements free gym and wellness centre award winning superannuation fund generous leave provisions competitive salary. Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE How to apply: Click on the 'I'm interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position. This role may require a Criminal History Check, or you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role. A mandatory requirement is Bachelor Civil Engineering, and to be a Chartered Professional Engineer or similar with a recognised assessor e.g. Engineers Australia or similar, as well as a Registered Professional Engineer Queensland and be covered by the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act 2002. A current White Card and C class Drivers Licence is also required. For more information: Please call Andrew Mead on 07 3403 0002. People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team. Application Closing Date: Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 11:55pm AEST. Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain. The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council - includingpaid or unpaid employment,operatingtheir own business or volunteering in certain circumstances - and to manage any conflictsof interest or other risks (such as fatigue)in a way that puts the public interestfirst.Maintainingemployment outside Council does notprecludeyou from being considered for roles within Council. Related documents PP26 617 Senior Civil Engineer - Engineering Manager - Band 8 Published on 28 Jul 2026, 12:34 AM