Development Technical Officer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 or 5 weeks' annual leave

17.5% leave loading

Flexible working arrangements – 9-day,

Learning & development opportunities

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a motivated Development Technical Officer to join our Development Technical Team in Mackay. This full-time role focuses on providing planning advice, endorsing survey plans, and supporting infrastructure charging processes to shape the region's future.

The position requires experience in local government or development industries, with a proactive, collaborative approach and strong knowledge of planning legislation and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government or the development industry, particularly in planning administration, surveying, plumbing administration, or legal environments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
• The ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Curiosity in understanding the development industry and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely planning advice and support to the development industry, community members, and internal stakeholders in various aspects of Development Planning and Engineering Program operations.
• Manage the survey plan endorsement process to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist with aspects of infrastructure charging, development bonds and debt recovery processes.
• Maintain registers for infrastructure agreements, street trees and infrastructure charges.
• Support condition compliance and audit processes.
• Key point of contact for enquiries across Development Planning and Engineering Program and other internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to a culture that values teamwork, workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.

Skills

Planning administration

Surveying administration

Plumbing administration

Legal environment understanding

Job description

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Technical Officer to join our Development Technical Team. Be part of a collaborative team and customer focused team and contribute to shaping the future of Mackay.

Development Technical Officer

DPE101 | Development Planning & Engineering

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Technical Officer to join our Development Technical Team. Be part of a collaborative team and customer focused team and contribute to shaping the future of Mackay.

About the role

As a Development Technical Officer, you will:

• Provide timely planning advice and support to the development industry, community members, and internal stakeholders in various aspects of Development Planning and Engineering Program operations.
• Manage the survey plan endorsement process to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist with aspects of infrastructure charging, development bonds and debt recovery processes.
• Maintain registers for infrastructure agreements, street trees and infrastructure charges.
• Support condition compliance and audit processes.
• Key point of contact for enquiries across Development Planning and Engineering Program and other internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to a culture that values teamwork, workplace health, safety, and wellbeing.

About you

We are seeking someone who brings:

• Experience in local government or the development industry, particularly in planning administration, surveying, plumbing administration, or legal environments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
• The ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Curiosity in understanding the development industry and customer focus.

What you'll bring

• QLD C Class Drivers Licence.
• Knowledge of Queensland Planning legislation.
• Experience in local government, development industry fields including planning and development process, plumbing, surveying and legal environment is desirable.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, including conflict resolution.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
• Make a meaningful impact on the development of the Mackay region.
• Enjoy a stable, full-time position with opportunities for professional development.
• Live and work in a region known for its natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle, and strong community spirit.

Remuneration & benefits

This position is classified as Stream A, Level 3, offering a salary of $86,710.46 + up to 18% superannuation. You'll also enjoy:

• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave - tailor your leave to suit your lifestyle
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight roster
• Learning & development opportunities - grow your skills and build your career with ongoing training and professional development
• Lifestyle benefits, including Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, which will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, including a Pre-Employment Medical Assessment (inclusive of drug and alcohol testing) and a criminal history check.