Development Engineer
Council is seeking to appoint a Development Engineer to join the Planning and Development group, based in the Customer Experience business unit.
Summary about this job
Civil/Structural Engineering
Company: Gladstone Regional Council
Location: Gladstone & Central QLD
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-4418-5012
Fax: +61-7-6932-5517
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Detail information about job Development Engineer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Position Summary
Council is seeking to appoint a Development Engineer to join the Planning and Development group, based in the Customer Experience business unit.
The purpose of this position is to provide specialised professional engineering contributions to the development assessment process and strategic infrastructure planning for new land development and re-development within Gladstone Regional Council, in a manner which provides the community with a high level of confidence in Council staff and processes.
About you
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
2. Substantial experience in interpreting engineering plans and studies.
3. Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ) certification, or ability to rapidly acquire.
4. Experience preparing, analysing and interpreting Engineering advice and Plans.
5. Experience in applying and enforcing guidelines, relevant Acts and Regulations, engineering guidelines and standards.
6. Knowledge of and experience in the application of Integrated Development Assessment System and planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of civil infrastructure and facilities.
7. High level of collaboration and negotiation skills to successfully engage and influence key stakeholders.
8. Experience communicating with developers, service authorities, consulting engineers and senior management.
9. Demonstrable skills in planning, prioritising and organising work activities for self and others.
10. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
11. Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.
Applicants are required to answer the job specific screening questions and provide a resume, as this forms part of the application process. For further information about the role, please refer to the position description.
In reward for your hard work
You will have the opportunity to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation, working within a high performing team that values your contribution. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance. We also offer free physiotherapy and discounted health cover and fitness memberships.
Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to;
· Complete a criminal history check.
· Attend and participate in a skills assessment to further evaluate suitability for the position.
· Complete a pre-employment medical. If there is a change in physical characteristics of the role, a medical assessment will be required to verify fitness for work, prior to appointment.
· Be immunised against hep a/b and tetanus and identified as vaccine responder.
· Complete a psychometric assessment.
· To be eligible and able to successfully acquire a Working with Children Blue Card.
Applications Close: 8am Thursday 2nd August 2018.