This role delivers expert civil engineering assessment of subdivision and development applications, ensuring compliance with Council standards, specifications, and legislation. You’ll apply strong technical judgement to resolve complex engineering matters and guide developers, consultants, Councillors, and the community toward high‑quality, compliant development outcomes. About the role: Assess, approve and inspect public infrastructure, subdivisions and development works for Council. Use strong engineering judgement to evaluate complex applications and determine Subdivision Works Certificate. Carry out construction and final inspections to ensure full compliance with standards and legislation. Communicate confidently and resolve issues with developers, consultants, contractors and the community. Prepare clear reports, provide expert advice, coordinate across Council teams and support policy improvements. What's on offer: Full-time, permanent position additional benefit of a fully maintained leaseback vehicle available for both work and personal use (employee contribution applies) a base salary ranging from $98,191 per annum with competency-based increments up to $113,007 per annum, plus 12% super 70 hour, 9 day fortnight training and development opportunities flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more). We are seeking: Degree in Civil Engineering combined with relevant demonstrated skill and experience. Eligible for Associate or higher Membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia. Competence in assessing engineering design for subdivision and development projects. Proven ability to evaluate construction of engineering infrastructure in a development context. Strong engineering judgement to ensure compliant, high‑quality design and construction outcomes. Demonstrated competence in negotiation, with the ability to resolve issues and achieve balanced engineering outcomes About us: Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast. The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm. Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. Join an employer of choice . Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. Where it's located: This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site. Position closes: Tuesday 7 April at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted. Click here to view the Position Description TIPS for Addressing the Selection Criteria Click here for more information on the Recruitment Process Click here to view our Values Pre-Employment Screening: Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake: Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered). Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct. Click here for more information. Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate. How To Apply: You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council. Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. Have your Resume document ready to go. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application. If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below: Selection Criteria: Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity? Do you have an Degree in Civil Engineering? Provide details. Are you eligible for Associate or higher Membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia? Describe your experience assessing engineering design for subdivision or development projects. What experience do you have in assessing the construction of engineering infrastructure within a subdivision or development context? Provide an example demonstrating your negotiation skills in a challenging engineering or development situation? Do you hold a current drivers licence? SK97188A OFFICE USE ONLY Unit Development Engineering Job Grade JG7 Industry Development Engineering Employment Type Full-time Apply Now
