A full-time position is available at our Inverell office for an experienced Civil Engineer / Designer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the investigation, design and management of projects across a diverse range of civil infrastructure projects including roads, drainage and stormwater. The candidate will also contribute to projects being undertaken by our building design team.
The successful candidate will have genuine experience in a civil design role and ideally, have the skills required to contribute to our structural engineering services.
Our company operates in a team dynamic, and as such you will be well supported by the Principal, Senior Engineers, Surveyors, Building Designers and other technical staff. The candidate will enjoy the lifestyle benefits a rural community can offer while undertaking a diverse range of interesting and challenging assignments with a genuine opportunity for career progression.
A commitment to developing strong client relationships is essential, as is the ability to ensure outcomes align with company goals.
About the Company
Local Government Engineering Services Pty Ltd is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm which practices in the areas of civil engineering design and drafting, project management, engineering survey, bridge inspection services and building design. We specialise in providing a full range of services to both local Council and the community.
The company has been established since 1992 with a prime objective to provide a consistently high standard of excellence in all areas of work produced.
As a family owned and operated company, we are committed to providing staff with a true work-life balance whilst still ensuring a path of desired career development is met with both opportunity and action.
Our company enjoys a long list of long-term employees which is testament to the benefits of working for one of the small, private companies.
Benefits
· Flexible working hours
· Genuine opportunity for career progression
· Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
· Healthy country lifestyle. For a glimpse of the opportunity that awaits, view https://www.flagajob.com.au/our-beautiful-town
Essential Requirements
· Minimum 2 years proven experience in civil infrastructure design
· Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering / Design
· Strong understanding of civil engineering principals
· Competent in using MS Office
· Knowledge of the National Construction Code and the relevant Australian Design Standards
· Knowledge of Austroads
· Current NSW Drivers Licence
· Proficiency in using 12D and AutoCAD software
Interested candidates can benefit from a confidential chat about the position by calling John Coote on 0429463739
Successful candidates will be initially contacted by phone, and will be required to attend an interview, in-person at our Inverell office at a mutually convenient time.
Please forward your resume/CV along with cover letter to amanda@legs.com.au
Applications close 18th April 2026.