Work Permit Officer

City of Canterbury-Bankstown; Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Accrued Time Off

Long service leave

Parental leave

Professional development

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

The City of Canterbury Bankstown (CBCity) is seeking a dedicated Work Permit Officer to join our Infrastructure services unit. You will undertake approvals and construction inspections for road reserve work and stormwater connections in accordance with Engineering Standards and policies.

This is a permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions and benefits, offering opportunities to contribute to diverse community infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering certificate or degree (TAFE certificate/diploma acceptable).
• Class C Driver's Licence is required.
• Experience designing, constructing and restoring council infrastructure (roads, drainage, traffic).
• Experience in concrete construction such as vehicular crossings, footpaving and kerb & gutter.
• Knowledge of erosion and sediment control for construction sites.
• Knowledge of traffic management and control around construction sites.
• Basic knowledge of stormwater hydraulics.
• Experience creating basic construction plans using AutoCAD.
• Knowledge on how to set up and use surveying equipment such as an automatic level.

Responsibilities

• Pre and post construction inspections for footway and road reserve damage.
• Design and assess vehicular footway crossings and footpaving constructions.
• Issue Street Boundary Alignment Levels.
• Issue Road Openings Permits.
• Issue Standing Plant/Crane/Concrete Pump Permits.
• Issue Hoarding Permits.
• Approve stormwater connections to Council drainage system.
• Assess road pavement, kerb & gutter construction.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Drivers Licence (Class C)

Road, drainage & traffic experience

Concrete construction

Erosion & sediment control

Traffic management knowledge

Stormwater hydraulics

AutoCAD construction plans

Surveying equipment setup

Education

Civil Engineering certificate/diploma or degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Surveying equipment

Job description

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The Role

A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven individual to join our Infrastructure services unit as a Work Permit officer

In this role you will Undertake approvals and construction inspections for road reserve work and stormwater connections under the Road Act and the Local Government Act, in accordance with Council's Engineering Standards, relevant technical specifications and policies.

*This opportunity will be offered on a Permanent Full-Time basis

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Pre and post construction, footway and road reserve damage inspections and reports
• Design and assess Vehicular Footway Crossings (VFC) and footpaving constructions
• Issue Street Boundary Alignment Levels
• Issue Road Openings Permit
• Issue Standing Plant/Crane/Concrete Pump Permits
• Issue Hoarding Permits
• Stormwater connection approvals to Council's drainage system and approve stormwater drainage civil works within Council's roads and reserves that are associated with private developments
• Assess and approve road pavement and kerb & gutter construction
• Consult with Council's Landscape Architects for CBD landscaping works

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Civil Engineering related TAFE Certificate/Diploma with a minimum of 3 years related experience or a Civil Engineering University Degree
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Experience in the design, construction and restoration of Council infrastructure such as roads, drainage and traffic
• Experience in concrete construction such as vehicular crossings, footpaving and kerb and gutter
• Knowledge of erosion and sediment control for construction sites
• Knowledge of traffic management and traffic control around construction sites
• Basic knowledge of stormwater hydraulics
• Experience in creating basic construction plans using AutoCAD
• Knowledge on how to set up and use surveying equipment such as an automatic level

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $80,351 (Grade E, Step 1) + Car Allowance + CLA + 12% super.Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

Whats on offer?

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Daniel Hoang (Coordinator Development Engineering Services) at [e-mail]

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Friday 13 November 2026

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [e-mail]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.