Shape Knox’s Infrastructure. Lead with Purpose.

Are you an experienced civil engineer ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join Knox City Council as our new Team Leader – Construction Engineering, where you’ll lead a team of Project Engineers in delivering essential civil infrastructure projects that make a real difference in our community.

From roads and footpaths to bridges and carparks, you’ll play a vital role in planning and delivering our capital works program – ensuring infrastructure is built to last and serves the community effectively.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Operations Centre in Knoxfield. We offer a range of flexible work options to support your work-life balance.

This is a Band 7 classified role. Remuneration will be $107,507 to $120,572 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee. 

What you will bring to this role  

The key selection criteria for this role are: 

• Substantial experience in civil engineering, project and contract management.
• In-depth knowledge of local government operations and road management legislation.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to deliver infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Expertise in contract development and contractor management.
• A sound understanding of asset management principles.
• High-level problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions.
• Financial acumen and budget management experience.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to motivate and engage your team.

How to apply  

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:45pm Tuesday 3 June 2025.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. 

For further information on this role please contact Nathan Hadfield, Coordinator Civil Construction, at nathan.hadfield@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8411. 

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.   

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received, and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date. 

Why work at Knox 

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy: 

• Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements 

• Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave

• Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees 

• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth

• Support towards further study 

• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. 

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse. 

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.