AddressWho 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 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
- Liaise with developers to work on wide range of projects like drains/roads/ buildings/airport/shopping centres etc.
- Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognized by the institute of Engineers Australia
- Extensive experience in engineering related role with knowledge of key legislation and Development Assessments as it relates to this role
- Some local experience preferred
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead, manage 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
- 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
Additional information
- Exciting role with a leading Council in Regional NSW
- Competitive remuneration (according to experience and qualifications)
- One of regional NSW's fastest-growing areas
