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• Salary $94,406.52 to $109,512.00 p/a + super
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Make a tangible difference in one of Sydney's most scenic and community-focused local government areas
  
  

Gordon, New South Wales

Full-time

Description

Development Engineer

• Salary $94,406.52 to $109,512.00 p/a + super
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Make a tangible difference in one of Sydney's most scenic and community-focused local government areas
  
  

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km's north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales' most attractive natural environments.

About The Role

Council is seeking a qualified and motivated Development Engineer to join our high-performing Development Assessment Services team.

This is your opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of our vibrant, leafy municipality through expert engineering advice and innovative problem-solving.

Reporting to the Team Leader Development Engineer, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assessing and preparing recommendations for development and subdivision applications
• Preparing technical reports on engineering matters related to applications and construction certificates
• Reviewing and monitoring stormwater, traffic, subdivision and civil works
• Providing advice and guidance on Development Control Plans
• Supporting Council in Land and Environment Court hearings, including expert witness reporting
• Providing high quality technical advice to the public
• Ensuring compliance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Council policies, and best-practice principles
  
  

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with development engineering matters
• Sound knowledge of development assessment processes including stormwater management, traffic and civil/subdivision works
• Understanding of local government and environmental legislation
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• A current Class C driver's licence
  
  

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and progressive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
  
  

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

• Council's work from home policy allows up to 80% of hours to be worked from home.
  
  

How To Apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria listed in the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Ross Guerrera on 9424 0740

Closes: 11:30pm, Thursday 4 September 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer

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