Development Engineer

Join a progressive Council just 15mins from the Hobart CBD.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Development Engineer to join our Development Engineering team. This position plays a key role in supporting the sustainable development of the City by providing high-quality engineering advice, design assessment, approvals, and inspection services.

The Development Engineer will assess and advise on development proposals to ensure engineering outcomes meet the Tasmanian Planning Scheme, Council policies, Australian Standards, and the long-term needs of the community.

As the successful applicant, you'll be part of a motivated team of innovative professionals focused on delivering quality planning outcomes

What's in it for you?

• Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice
• diverse and engaging planning work
• 9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements
• 15% Superannuation
• a motivated team that supports each other, values innovation and has a bit of fun along the way
• ongoing training and career development
• the chance to meaningfully contribute to community projects
• access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
• relocation assistance is available for the right candidate
• only 15 minutes from the CBD – but with free parking
• Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

About the role:

Development Engineering

• Provide professional engineering advice and assessment services for developments requiring planning permits.
• Review and assess technical documentation, including engineering design drawings for subdivisions, carparking, vehicle access, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Formulate and apply appropriate engineering conditions to planning permits.
• Liaise and negotiate with developers and consultants to achieve outcomes consistent with Council policies and standards.
• Review building permit applications to ensure compliance with approved engineering designs and permit conditions.
• Attend Glenorchy Planning Authority meetings and provide engineering advice as required.

Engineering Works

• Oversee and inspect civil works constructed by private sector developers, ensuring compliance with approved plans and standards.
• Inspect road and stormwater infrastructure, driveways, car parking and manoeuvring areas.
• Assess driveway crossover applications and conduct pre- and post-pour inspections.

What you'll bring to the role:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in a development engineering role and/or in the design and construction of public road and/or stormwater assets.
• A strong commitment to quality customer service, fostering a culture of service excellence.
• Knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and construction practices relating to road and stormwater assets.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to recommend practical and effective solutions.
• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Position details:

• full-time (76 hours fortnight).
• 9-day fortnight because life happens outside of work too.
• flexible work arrangements
• located just 15 minutes from the Hobart CBD

Our commitment to community

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

How to apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

Your application must include:

• a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the Position Description
• a current resume

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 8pm on Sunday, 23 November 2025

Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Patrick Marshall, Manager Assets, Engineering & Design on

Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today