Subdivision and Development Engineer

Shellharbour NSW, New South Wales

Full-time

Description
We are on the hunt for a Subdivision & Development Engineer to drive quality outcomes for Council and Community.
Shellharbour City Council has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Subdivision and Development Engineer to assess and determine development and subdivision applications under the Local Government Act, support Council's certifying responsibilities through inspections and evaluations and promote a customer-focused approach that enhances outcomes for both the community and Council.

You will be responsible for assessing and managing the development of new subdivisions as well as built form developments by providing professional engineering advice.

This role also includes conducting development and/or subdivision assessment and inspections having regard to Councils role as Principal Certifier as well as providing advice to developers and Council staff and managing customer requests.

About You
You are a qualified engineer with subdivision and development engineering experience, a self-starter with a solid understanding of the planning and legislative framework governing engineering design, construction and certification.

You bring a passion for engineering and development, thrive on collaboration, have excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and are energised by the opportunity to drive quality outcomes.

About
About us:
Located just 80 minutes south of Sydney, Shellharbour City is one of the fastest growing cities in NSW. With a stunning coastline, rich natural assets and strong community spirit, Shellharbour is a place where you can make a big difference, professionally and personally.

We Offer
Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements and work/life balance in a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

• Permanent full time, 35 hours per week with access to flexi-time
• A salary of $89,321 - $98,618 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• May be eligible for Civil Liability Allowance
• 12% superannuation
• A fully Maintained Leaseback Vehicle with free accessible onsite parking

Access To a Wide Range Of Employee Benefits Including

• Novated leasing and retail discounts
• Corporate fitness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and wellbeing leave, LSL after 5 years, 3 weeks sick leave annually, and more
• Weekly pay and support for work-life balance

For further information about the position, click
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for the position description.

Contact:
Tim Freeman, Principal Engineering Development and Subdivision Certification,

Closing date:
Wednesday, 10 September 2025 at 11:30pm.

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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

At Shellharbour City Council we promote respect at work as a fundamental right for all, and strive to create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. This commitment extends to the promotion of the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces. Our values, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability underpin all we do.

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to our values and aspirations to create a great workplace.
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