Engineering Technical Officer

**•    A varied role providing end to end support for infrastructure and engineering activities

• Strong support for professional development
• Friendly & supportive team environment**

Bring your engineering and project management expertise to the Shire of Capel! As part of our Infrastructure Management directorate, you’ll provide technical support in the assessment, coordination and delivery of engineering and capital works projects, subdivision compliance, contractor management, and extractive industry licensing.

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As an Engineering Technical Officer, you will:

• Provide technical support across civil infrastructure and engineering activities.
• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of allocated civil infrastructure and capital works projects
• Coordinate procurement of consultants, contractors and service providers.
• Provide clear, practical and timely technical information and advice to customers, developers, contractors, consultants, government agencies and internal service areas.
• Liaise with stakeholders, assist with the preparation of Council reports and support asset management activities.

Whether you’re bringing established expertise or looking to expand your experience, this role offers the chance to grow in civil engineering, project delivery and asset management as part of a supportive team focused on delivering for the community.

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career 
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety 
• Full time, 19-day work month 
• Base annual salary circa $91,767 per annum dependent on skills, experience and qualifications
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Access to Shire pool vehicles for work purposes during business hours
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Engineering Technical Officer PDF (293KB).

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We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, engineering technology or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, civil construction or a related technical engineering environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings, specifications, standards, guidelines and relevant legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated experience undertaking technical investigations, assessments and inspections, preparing engineering or project documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports and communicate technical requirements to a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and contribute effectively across multiple engineering activities or projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering project management practices for municipal infrastructure such as roads, paths, drainage and landscaping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering, design, GIS, asset management or corporate systems.
• Current “C” Class WA Driver’s Licence.

Experience in local government engineering environment and knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact People & Culture on 9727 0222 to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Shahin Mahmud, Acting Manager Engineering or People & Culture on 9727 0222.

Applications close
4:00pm on Friday 18 September 2026.
The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.