Development Engineering Coordinator

*This role requires relocation to regional NSW, so please consider carefully if this is a suitable move for you.

Who we are

Work+Stay is a social impact, recruitment enterprise that supports the growth of Australia’s regional communities.  We connect regional employers with skilled candidates, guiding them through the recruitment process to settlement, offering FREE support with relocation.

About the Company
Our client is a council in the Mid-Western Regional area of NSW, an area continuing to grow and prosper at a steady rate, providing many reasons to relocate with great lifestyle benefits.  Apply now and experience the beauty of rural living coupled with a great career!

About the Role
The primary purpose of the role is to work with Council’s Development Assessment team and provide engineering advice regarding proposed and future developments.
  
Duties

• Lead and offer engineering services across the Council consistent with the Community Strategic Plan, Workplace Environment Statement and legislative requirements
• Offer strategic engineering support for new subdivision development in the region in areas such as flooding, drainage, asset management, design, traffic management, road safety
• Coordinate and deliver timely engineering counsel ensuring development assessment, subdivision and linen release processes meet statutory requirements
• Develop strategies, policies and standards for land use planning linked to Council’s Strategic Plan
• Report on WHS policies and procedures within their area of responsibility

    Essential Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognized by the institute of Engineers Australia
• Extensive experience in engineering related role with knowledge of key legislation as it relates to this role
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead and motivate others
• Advanced public relations and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to Project Manage; including budgeting and contract administration and knowledge of development assessment processes
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities
• Current Class C Driver Licence

   Benefits

• 140 hours over 19 days – 1 RDO every four weeks
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employment development opportunities

  
How to Apply    
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the community and be part of a supportive and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity