Civil Designer – Infrastructure Projects

About the role

The City of Newcastle is seeking two permanent Civil Designers to lead the design and delivery of diverse civil infrastructure projects that shape the city’s future.

Key responsibilities

• Lead design from investigations and concept development through detailed design, approvals and construction support.
• Manage design processes, coordinate consultants and contractors, and oversee project budgets during design and approval phases.
• Provide technical advice during construction and ensure projects meet safety, sustainability and cost‑effectiveness criteria.

Required profile

• Motivated professional with strong technical design expertise and ability to build relationships.
• Experience managing competing priorities and delivering high‑quality outcomes in a collaborative environment.

Required skills

• Design of roads, drainage networks, cycleways and recreational infrastructure.
• Project investigation, design development, cost estimating, environmental assessment and planning approval processes.

What we offer

• 35‑hour flexible work week with hybrid arrangements.
• Annual salary $111,979.96 plus 17.5% leave loading and 12% superannuation.
• 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave, additional public holidays, parental leave and wellbeing programs.