Development Engineer

About us: 

Unitywater operates in one of Australia's most exceptional environments in terms of natural beauty, geographical and demographic breadth. Proudly providing safe and reliable water to customers in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa, we are a water utility serving one of the fastest growing regions in the country. 

We think a pretty good job starts here. 

About the Role

As a Development Engineer at Unitywater, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of Australia's fastest-growing regions. You'll use your engineering expertise to assess and guide development applications, ensuring new water and sewerage connections meet Unitywater's standards for quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

You'll work closely with developers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to lead technical reviews, on-site inspections, and pre-start meetings, providing practical solutions that support our customers and communities. Your day might involve reviewing complex infrastructure plans, negotiating development outcomes, or training others on engineering standards, all while upholding our service commitments and championing safety.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based at our Maroochydore head office.

About you: 

Our One Unitywater behaviours - Create the Future, Care Together, and Own It – define how we work together at Unitywater. To contribute to this, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:  

You're a technically capable, solutions-focused engineer with a passion for development and infrastructure. You enjoy working with others to solve complex challenges and thrive in a role where your expertise makes a visible impact.

You'll bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or similar qualification).
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, codes, and engineering standards in water and sewerage development assessments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – you're confident engaging with stakeholders, presenting technical information clearly, and negotiating outcomes.
• A customer-first mindset, with a drive to deliver quality service and practical, timely advice.
• A knack for problem-solving and continuous improvement, with a commitment to innovation and best practice.
• Confidence leading site inspections, audits, and pre-start meetings to ensure works are compliant and safe.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety and is passionate about contributing to sustainable infrastructure solutions in a rapidly evolving environment.

Working at Unitywater:

We recognise that people are the essence of the water sector, and each team member provides the leadership, vision and skills that drives and delivers actions for our customers and communities.  

We are committed to fostering a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, where you feel connected, are safe to be yourself and supported to be the best version of yourself.

As a Unitywater team member you will enjoy a range of benefits: 

• Flexibility: We value flexibility and support work-life balance with hybrid and flexible working, purchase annual leave and access to floating public holidays. Tell us what this looks like for you
• Wellbeing: We offer several initiatives to support your wellbeing, such as: discounted private health insurance, salary packaging, employee assistance program, and access to discounts and benefits from a range of retailers.
• Learning and Development: We understand the importance of learning and offer a range of opportunities to feed your curiosity such as: Walk on Country with Traditional Custodians, study assistance, and access to a dedicated learning program and professional memberships.
• Extras: We understand the importance of connection and support you to care together by offering access to employee network groups focused on First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTIQ+, CALD, Gender, Life stage diversity, and accessibility.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role.  

When you apply, we welcome you to tell us your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. 

If you would like to speak to a team member about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please contact our Inclusion Specialist or Reconciliation Action Plan Advisor  

Additional information: 

• We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
• We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and Australian Disability Network.
• We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

How to apply: 

Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up-to-date CV. 

If you're successful we will need you to undergo a few checks….  We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to confirm your right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening. 

Applications close: Friday 17th October 2025

For further information please contact the Careers team at  

Unitywater respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways in which we live, work and operate, the Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal peoples. We honour their enduring connection to these places and their deep cultural, spiritual and environmental knowledge and stewardship over the waterways that sustain us all. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, who hold the wisdom, traditions and stories of their people.