Vacancy Details

Coordinator Technical Services (3768) - Permanent Full Time

Lead with expertise. Shape the future of civil infrastructure in Livingstone Shire.

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 400 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role

Council is seeking an experienced Coordinator Technical Services to join our Transport and Utilities portfolio to lead specialist technical delivery across civil infrastructure operations. 

Lead a dedicated team, foster a supportive, customer-focused culture, and ensure quality, compliance, safety and community outcomes.

Reporting to the Manager Civil Works, this position will:

  • Lead and mentor the Technical Services Team, instilling a high performing, customer centric culture.
  • Manage statutory and self assessable approval processes for civil infrastructure maintenance and construction. 
  • Conduct specialist engineering assessments—covering traffic and transport related matters such as speed limit reviews, road safety audits, heavy vehicle permits, and roadside hazard reviews.
  • Guide asset management functions: condition assessments, hazard identification, maintenance planning and renewal submissions for capital budgets.
  • Carry out inspections/investigations across the Transport & Utilities portfolio. 
  • Develop and implement Quality Assurance systems and align policies, processes, and procedures with administrative, technical, and quality objectives.

Apply now and help shape the future of infrastructure in one of Queensland’s most vibrant regions.

Mandatory Requirements to be successful in this position:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent; 
  • Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) or suitable to become registered; 
  • Substantial experience in Local Government engineering;
  • Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to mentor staff, coordinate team efforts, and achieve targeted outcomes; 
  • Construction Industry (white card); and 
  • Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver licence.

Benefits:

  • Total Remuneration Package circa $150,000 including superannuation. 
  • Enjoy a coastal lifestyle in the beautiful Livingstone Shire.
  • 9-day fortnight – balance your career and life;
  • Salary Packaging options – customise your salary, your way; 
  • Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Work in a Values driven organisation;
  • Positive safety culture – See. Stop. Report.

 

To apply for this position please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume and any relevant qualifications/tickets or licences.

 

 

Applications close Monday, 11 August 2025 at midnight (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.