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Transport and Main Roads

Senior Engineer

Queensland, Australia

Location
Queensland, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Senior
Function
Engineering
Pay
A$112.4K – A$121.1K a year
Posted
14 months ago

About the role

As one of the largest employers of engineers in Queensland, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a challenging and rewarding way to progress your career...

The Engineering and Technology Branch are seeking Senior Engineers to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work and learn from nationally and internationally recognised professionals, while gaining experience in providing specialist advice and services across Queensland.

This continuous applicant pool is an opportunity to apply for both temporary and permanent positions across a wide range of Engineering disciplines that may become available through our recruitment portal. If deemed suitable, your details will remain in the talent pool and you will be contacted further by our Recruitment Team at the time an opportunity arises.

So, why join us?

Imagine being challenged daily, given clear paths for professional training and career development and having the ability to work on interesting and innovative projects.

You will be working for:

  • an organisation that connects Queensland through integrated transport systems
  • a department that contributes to the well-being of the larger community
  • an employer that values your talent, skills and knowledge and encourages you to excel in your chosen field.

TMR adopts a variety of approaches when developing its people by using:

  • induction programs
  • training and development opportunities
  • management and leadership programs tailored to different levels of staff
  • paid tertiary study (subject to approval)

We can offer you other benefits such as:

  • a flexible 36.25 hour working week
  • work and life balance including flexible work arrangements
  • generous superannuation (employer contribution of up to 12.75%)
  • salary sacrificing
  • RPEQ reimbursement

Mandatory Requirements

  • A four-year, Washington Accord accredited Bachelor of Engineering, which is assessed/accepted by Engineers Australia against Washington Accord benchmarks.
  • Current registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is required to be appointed to a position. Please refer to the attached RPEQ Recruitment Fact Sheet for more information on obtaining your RPEQ to be considered for a position.

Further information

  • This continuous applicant pool will be established for PO4 Senior Engineer roles only. You will need to indicate that you have the relevant skills, abilities and qualifications.
  • The submission of an application does not guarantee an invitation to interview.
  • For specific questions about the CAP, please email ET.Recruitment@tmr.qld.gov.au

For more information and details on how to apply, please refer to the attached documentation.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/529528/23

Closing Date: Ongoing

Source

Posted by Transport and Main Roads on their own hiring page, smartjobs.qld.gov.au. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 03:14 UTC; the original is the reference.

Contains information from SmartJobs, © State of Queensland, licensed under CC BY 4.0 (CC-BY-4.0)

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