Development Engineer

2 days ago

Ayr Queensland, Australia Burdekin Shire Council Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

We are currently seeking applications for a Development Engineer to join our team.

This position will suit an individual with a wide skillset, as not only will you be managing the assessment process, you will also be extensively involved with the wider engineering team, reviewing procedures and undertaking compliance and continuous improvements.

The primary responsibilities will include:

  • Assess Development Applications and Material Change of Use proposals to ensure alignment with planning schemes, engineering standards, and statutory requirements.
  • Draft clear, practical, and enforceable development conditions that support compliance and infrastructure integrity.
  • Provide expert technical advice on development engineering and compliance matters to internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Review and process subdivision proposals, operational works, and associated infrastructure approvals.
  • Assist in the design and review of civil infrastructure where required to support development outcomes.
  • Engage and liaise effectively with developers, consultants, and internal departments to streamline assessment and approval processes.
  • Assess all new Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 building works containing habitable rooms against Council flood mapping data to ensure the floor height of habitable rooms in areas with defined and non-defined flood levels are in accordance with the requirements of Councils Floor Heights for Buildings with Habitable Rooms Policy; and
  • Issue the 1% AEP Flood Certificate to the applicant.

You will require:

  • A formal, recognized qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
  • RPEQ registration preferred but not essential
  • Experience working in a public sector environment or a consultancy with exposure to public sector as clients
  • Demonstrable experience in assessment of development applications, compliance and engineering approvals
  • Ability to interpret planning schemes, engineering standards and related legislation
  • Strong experience in drafting conditions for approvals
  • Excellent report writing, IT and communication skills.

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