Senior Development Engineer — Lead Development Projects (WFH + Vehicle)

Ku-ring-gai Council; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 114,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home options

Private leaseback vehicle

Fitness Passport

Health & fitness yearly reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council in Sydney's northern region is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to lead and advise on a broad portfolio of development projects within the Development Assessment Services team.

The successful candidate will report to the Team Leader Development Engineer, mentor staff, and represent Council in relevant proceedings while overseeing the checking and approval of engineering designs for development applications, construction certificates and subdivisions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with development engineering matters.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on engineering aspects of development applications and construction certificates.
• Provide expert advice on Development Control Plans and engineering standards.
• Mentor junior staff and act as team leader when required.
• Represent Council in Land and Environment Court proceedings and provide technical evidence.
• Oversee the checking and approval of engineering designs for development applications, construction certificates and subdivisions.
• Respond to public and stakeholder enquiries with clarity, professionalism, and authority.

Skills

Civil Engineering

5+ years experience

Project management

Leadership

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Ku-ring-gai Council in Sydney's northern region is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to lead and advise on a broad portfolio of development projects within the Development Assessment Services team.

The successful candidate will report to the Team Leader Development Engineer, mentor staff, and represent Council in relevant proceedings while overseeing the checking and approval of engineering designs for development applications, construction certificates and subdivisions.