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Senior Development Engineer - Casual/Temporary role

Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria’s last great story of growth.

Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we’re renowned for our scenic beauty that’s rich in both history and heritage.  We’re home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia’s fastest-growing suburbs.

Come join a Local Government Organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for Community, Opportunity and Growth for the right applicant.

This is your opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with rapid population growth. In 2025 Mitchell Shire is home to 64,175 residents, it is forecast to grow to 221,636 by 2046.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to assist us with the Inland Rail project and works through our Municipality.  The role is for a 6 month period and casual in nature as demand requires.  initially looking for 2 days a week.  There maybe some opportunity to extend this role beyond 6 months.

This role is a temporary, casual opportunity. Hourly rate $64.97 (Band 7).

About You

You will be an experienced Senior Engineer in the civil engineering field with specific experience in road and drainage design. Previous local government and major project experience is a plus. 

For further information about this role please contact Cameron Baird, Engineering Coordinator on 5734 6200. 

For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Mitchell Shire Council are a Child Safe Organisation. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, prior to commencement.

Applications close at 5pm Wed 23 July 2025.