The opportunity:

• Permanent full-time 76 hours per fortnight with monthly RDO or nine-day fortnight option.
• Level 6/7 - salary range $85,507 - $98,967* per annum depending upon qualifications & experience.
• Located at our Eaton Administration Centre.

We’re seeking a skilled and motivated engineering technical officer to join our Infrastructure Directorate. In this role, you will contribute to the development of engineering concepts, designs, project documentation and technical advice that support the Shire’s capital works program—including roads, drainage, pathways, buildings, parks and other municipal infrastructure.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, undertaking hands‑on design tasks using their experience and CAD skills and managing consultants, stakeholders and internal teams to support the delivery of practical, safe and cost‑effective engineering solutions.

Key duties include:

• Develop concepts, designs, drawings and project documentation for capital works projects across roads, drainage, pathways, buildings, parks and reserves.
• Prepare cost estimates and support annual budgeting by extracting quantities, applying unit rates and providing technical inputs.
• Investigate infrastructure issues, coordinate surveys, geotechnical investigations, etc., analyse and recommend practical and cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Engage, coordinate and manage specialist design consultants
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, public authorities, developers, utilities, community members and external agencies on design and public works matters.
• Maintain the Shire’s drawing registers and standards, and provide project progress updates to the Manager Infrastructure Planning & Design.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive remuneration and great benefits.
• Located in Eaton, a south west lifestyle beckons.
• Negotiated flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
• Superannuation co-contributions.
• Discounted gym membership – enjoy our 24 hour gym.
• Free office parking and ideally situated adjacent to the vibrant Eaton Fair precinct.
• Corporate Wellness Program & Corporate Health Insurance discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional Development and Study Assistance Program.

About the Shire:

The Shire of Dardanup blends the picturesque farming hinterland of Dardanup and Ferguson Valley with an expanding urban residential and commercial hub in Eaton, where our Administration Centre is located. Close to the Collie River and Leschenault Estuary plus only minutes from Bunbury, the Shire has been identified as a regional growth corridor with planning underway for the new city of Wanju with a projected population of 50,000 (www.wanju.dardanup.wa.gov.au).

Want more info?

Call our HR Team on 08 9724 0351 or visit our website: www.dardanup.wa.gov.au/employment  

To Apply:

Applicants must address the selection criteria in the position description to be eligible for this position. Email your cover letter, selection criteria statement, and resume to hr@dardanup.wa.gov.au 

Applications Close:  9.00am Tuesday, 3 March 2026 or once a suitable pool of candidates is received.  This means the vacancy may close without notice.

The Shire of Dardanup reserves the right to commence the selection process prior to the close of applications. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available.

*Age rates apply for applicants under 21 years of age*