Job description

Senior Development Engineer

We are on the lookout for a Senior Development Engineer to join local government on a 5-month contract, with possible extension. Within this role you will development applications, supervise related construction works and contribute to the formulation of engineering policies relating to development as required to minimise the impact on Council Infrastructure, ensure Councils standards are met and manage the impact on the community.

On Offer:

• $64.81ph + super
• 38 hour working week
• Contract until March 2027, with possible extension
• Working with local council

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess engineering aspects of Subdivision, Development Applications and Subdivision Works Certificates.
• Supervise civil construction works associated with subdivisions and large developments.
• Provide advice to developers, Council, consultants, contractors and the public on development engineering matters such as stormwater and on site detention requirements, erosion control works, and vehicular access.
• Issue Subdivision Works Certificate Certificates for drainage, road and subdivision works.
• Ensure that appropriate amendments and conditions are imposed on applications to ensure a satisfactory engineering standard of development in accordance with Council's policies and Development Control Plans.
• Ensure that design of new infrastructure work is of a standard satisfactory to Council and is in accordance with sound engineering practice and that construction is in accordance with the approved plan.
• Prepare assessment reports and conditions within adopted Council timeframes.
• Prepare reports to Council on engineering matters related to developments.
• Check Subdivision Plans for compliance with engineering requirements.
• Liaise with public authorities and government departments on matters relating to developments.

Key Qualifications and experience:

• Civil Engineering or Construction degree.
• Experience specialist providing expert advice relating to development and civil engineering matters, some of which has been in a local government environment.

If interested, please reach out to Jay on jay@charterhouse.com.au or call on 0493 936 329.