Engineering Development Technician

City of Nanaimo; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Engineering Development Technician to review and approve design related to public works and subdivisions. You will liaise with internal and external stakeholders and provide technical guidance for development projects.

Applicants should have a engineering diploma, civil design courses, and 3+ years’ land development experience, plus ASTTBC Civil Technologist membership and a valid BC Class 5 license.

Qualifications

• Diploma from a recognized technical institute in engineering and specialized courses in civil design.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in land development design and/or approval.
• Possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and approve construction design related to public works, new developments, and subdivisions.
• Liaise with internal/external departments and agencies to advance projects.
• Provide technical support on development related issues and planning.

Education

Diploma in Engineering

ASTTBC Civil Technologist

Job description

Engineering Development Technician

Position Overview

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Engineering Development Technician. Under the direction of the Manager, Development Engineering, the incumbent reviews, interprets, and approves construction design related to public works, new developments, and subdivisions, liaises with other internal and external departments and agencies, and provides technical support in connection with other development related issues and departmental planning.

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a diploma from a recognized technical institute in engineering, plus specialized courses related to civil engineering design supplemented with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in land development design and/or approval. Membership in Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) as a Civil Technologist is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

Additional Information

This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 35-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement. The hourly wage is $44.65, increasing to $47.00 after 60 working days (Jan 2026 Rates).

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.

Application Deadline Open until filled

Contact Information

Human Resources

City of Nanaimo

2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street

Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6

Phone: [phone]

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