Senior / Subdivision & Development Engineer

Careers at Council; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave (14 weeks)

Personal leave & annual leave (2 weeks

My Leave

Long Service Leave

Training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Job summary

Maitland City Council is seeking a Subdivision & Development Engineer or Senior Subdivision & Development Engineer to assess Development Applications, approve design plans and inspect construction for council assets. The Senior role includes leadership and mentoring responsibilities and driving continuous improvement.

The role is based in the City Planning team, requires a Civil Engineering degree, and involves office-based assessment plus onsite inspections with stakeholders including

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Experience in subdivision construction and development engineering, and DA assessments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• Ability to lead and mentor at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Assess civil engineering aspects of Development Applications.
• Approve engineering construction design plans.
• Conduct construction compliance inspections.
• Oversee acceptance of roads, drainage and recreation assets.
• Provide leadership and mentorship at senior level.

Skills

Subdivision construction

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We have an opportunity for either a Subdivision & Development Engineer or a Senior Subdivision & Development Engineer, in our City Planning team.

The Opportunity

Working within the City Planning department, the Subdivision & Development Engineer / Senior Subdivision & Development Engineer is responsible for the civil engineering assessment of Development Applications, approval of engineering construction design plans, construction compliance inspections, and the eventual acceptance of completed roads, drainage and recreation assets on behalf of Council. The complexity and scale of applications and projects managed will be commensurate with the role level, with the Senior position undertaking larger and more complex assessments and providing a greater level of technical expertise.

This position involves regular engagement with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, supporting developers, consultants, contractors and members of the public. The role offers a balance of office-based technical assessment and onsite construction inspections.

As a valued member of the team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality development outcomes and infrastructure for the community. At the Senior level, you will also provide leadership through mentoring and supporting team members, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, and championing Council's Guiding Principles to deliver exceptional outcomes for the community.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will hold a Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline or possess equivalent experience supported by relevant education and training.

You will have contemporary, expert knowledge and extensive practical experience across all aspects of subdivision construction and development engineering, along with experience in the assessment of complex Development Applications

You will demonstrate exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to adapt your communication style to a range of audiences. You will be able to work productively within a team environment and provide leadership and mentoring at a senior level.

Benefits

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity, working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $110,153 - $137,269 per year based on demonstrated competencies + car allowance + 12% super.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, supportive and reflective of the diverse community we serve. We promote equal opportunities for all employees and encourage applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, identities and abilities.

We believe every employee has the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any accessibility requirements or require adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.

If you require assistance or have any questions about the recruitment process, contact us for a confidential discussion at ***********@maitland.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Sunday 27 September 2026

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.