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SalaryPermanent Full Time - 36.25hours per week
$87,763.09to $93,660.78 Annually+ up to 12% super
RCC Officers' Level 6
A Career with RCC
Redland City Council (RCC) is situated on the naturally wonderful Redlands Coast, which includes the Southern Moreton Bay Islands, mainland suburbs and rural hinterland which is located east of Brisbane. RCC offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career. You’ll enjoy diverse work and opportunities to grow, working in a truly special community and a region of outstanding natural beauty. In return for your passion and commitment to moving Redland City forward, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you. Visit our careers website to find out more and meet some of our wonderful team.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assessment Engineer to join our team! This role contributes to the delivery of engineering assessment of development applications, monitoring of development permits and provision of expert advice to all stakeholders. This role is within our high performing, collaborative and supportive Engineering Assessment Team. The ideal candidate will be diligent in their approach to work, enjoy a fast-paced environment and be a team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Guided by our values, you will:
- undertake the assessment of planning and operational works applications;
- provide expert engineering assessment of development applications and professional advice to internal and external stakeholders;
- prepare reports and written advice, coordinate and negotiate infrastructure works and monitor permit conditions and operational works; and
- be committed to providing a positive customer experience for all stakeholders.
About you
First and foremost, you will live and breathe our values, as they are fundamental to the way we go about our work and the relationships we build.
We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:
- has a working knowledge and experience in all aspects of engineering design and construction;
- has an understanding of Queensland development assessment legislative framework;
- possesses well-developed written, research, analytical and conceptual skills;
- is a collaborative team member with strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills; and
- demonstrates commitment to maintaining and fostering relationships through excellent customer service skills.
Eligibility requirements
- You hold a Civil Engineering Degree or other relevant tertiary qualification with experience in Civil Engineering works associated with the Development Industry
- You have a current C Class Drivers' Licence
- Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Benefits
As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which may include:
- Access to flexible working arrangements - this depends on the type of work you do, let us know what flexibility means to you! For this role some options are hybrid working (some days from home) or 9 day fortnight;
- Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave;
- Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break;
- Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance;
- Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and professional and business acumen;
- Secondment opportunities for career development;
- Reward and recognition programs;
- Wellness programs, social club.
To apply
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
- Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role.
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (201135) can be obtained by contacting David Jeanes on (07) 3829 8863. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 18/09/2022.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
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