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Would you like to enjoy the laid back lifestyle and waterways of the Northern Rivers for more than just a holiday? Want to avoid the traffic jams and parking woes, improve your carbon footprint and live a healthier lifestyle?

Ballina is situated on the surfing coast between Byron Bay and Evans Head, and lies between the waters of the Richmond River and North Creek which join to encapsulate Ballina as an island. Surfing, fishing, sailing and boating of all sorts are enjoyed in the Ballina vicinity. The hinterland is picturesque with national parks, nature reserves, waterfalls, rolling country vistas and quaint villages from which you can source locally grown fresh farm produce.

Ardill Payne and Partners (APP) is a multi-disciplinary firm of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineers, Project Managers, Town Planners and Surveyors which has been practising in Ballina on the Far North Coast of NSW for over 35 years.

APP has a subsidiary office in Gunnedah and covers sites all around Australia for telecommunications and wind farm clients. APP provides engineering and management services to a large range of clients covering a great variety of work, including:

  • Property development
  • Telecommunications and alternate energy systems
  • Mining industry
  • Environmental investigation
  • Civil and structural engineering design
  • Surveying services
  • Town planning services

Current Positions

Positions Now Advertising

The  following positions are currently available, if you have the skills & experience outlined below, we look forward to your application!

 

Town Planner

About the business and the role

Ardill Payne & Partners is a progressive and dynamic consultancy comprising Civil & Structural Engineers, Surveyors, Town Planners & Project Managers. The firm has been practising for 40+ years on the Far North Coast of NSW. Clients include local and state Government and property developers.

Job tasks and responsibilities

Full time position as part of a Town Planning team with the opportunity to negotiate a 4-day working week. Successful candidate will be afforded the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects from rezoning applications to large scale subdivision and everything in between. Day to day work will involve the preparation of SEE's, liaising with clients and Council.

Essential skills and experience

  • Degree qualified
  • NSW drivers’ licence
  • Experience in the preparation and/or assessment of development applications
  • Have permanent Australian residency

Desirable Skills and Experience

  • Local Government experience (particularly within the NSW Northern Rivers region)
  • High level communication skills
  • Aspirations to move into management
  • Minimum of 5 years working within the NSW Planning Syste

Job benefits and perks

Our office is located in main street Ballina within walking distance to the Richmond River, and only a short drive to the beautiful beaches of the Far North Coast of NSW. You will be working with a great team of people within a friendly and social atmosphere and have excellent career progression opportunities. Flexible work hours are available for the right applicant including the opportunity to negotiate a 4-day working week.

Salary Range:

$70,000 to $120,000 (FTE) + Super - dependent on qualifications and experience.

To Apply

Please email your CV and a cover letter addressing the role criteria to info@ardillpayne.com.au

 

Senior Civil Engineer

Job tasks and responsibilities

The successful candidate’s role will have a strong emphasis on design, and the management of projects and design teams. The candidate will be required to:

  • undertake civil engineering design, review, and project management for a wide range of projects including land development and other civil infrastructure
  • manage client relationships on allocated projects
  • conduct site inspections
  • manage design projects from inception through to completion within agreed timeframes and budgets
  • work effectively and harmoniously with all levels of staff and management
  • prepare high quality proposals, reports, documents, and other deliverables.

Skills and experience

Essential:

  • Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Minimum 7 years’ practical design experience in an Australian consulting environment
  • Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to network, maintain, and build professional relationships
  • Ability to lead and manage staff and collaborate with other disciplines across the organisation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

  • Professional registration (CPEng)
  • Extensive experience in surface water modelling and management, and the design of stormwater, sewer, and water reticulation in urban developments
  • Experience in DRAINS, MUSIC, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS, XP-RAFTS
  • Design/draft skills using AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Salary

We will offer a competitive salary, dependent on qualifications & experience. We offer flexible conditions and a good work/life balance.

To Apply

Please email your CV, and a cover letter addressing the role criteria to info@ardillpayne.com.au

 

Senior Civil Designer

Job tasks and responsibilities

We are offering a full-time position for a highly motivated individual to join our Civil Engineering team. The successful candidate will be afforded the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including residential subdivisions, commercial and industrial developments, and rural and urban road upgrades. Candidates must have at least 10 years' experience in civil design and drafting of roads, stormwater drainage, sewer reticulation, and water supply. Further opportunities exist to expand into project management.

Skills and experience

Essential:

  • Relevant formal qualifications in Civil Engineering
  • Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D (12D candidates will be considered for retraining)
  • Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to manage and mentor staff and collaborate with other disciplines across the organisation

Desirable:

  • CivilCAD (Magnet)
  • DRAINS
  • Autoturn
  • SIDRA
  • Team player
  • Able to work with minimal supervision
  • Construction supervision skills
  • Mentoring ability
  • Strong communication skills

Salary Range

Competitive salary in the range $80,000 to $110,000 + Super - dependent on qualifications & experience. We offer flexible conditions and a good work/life balance.

To Apply

Please email your CV, and a cover letter addressing the role criteria to info@ardillpayne.com.au

 

 

Apply here

Please fill out the form on the right to apply for the relevant position.

 

Ardill Payne & Partners

BALLINA: 45 River Street, PO Box 20, Ballina NSW 2478
Phone:
02 6686 3280

GUNNEDAH:  Germane House, 285 Conadilly Street, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Phone: 02 6742 9955

Email: info@ardillpayne.com.au

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