Engineering Technical Officer - Development

• Full time, monthly RDO
• Idyllic South West location
• Salary from $78,000 per annum depending on skills and experience

We are seeking an experienced Technical Officer to provide technical advice and support in the assessment and supervision of subdivisions and landscape, drainage and Public Open Space developments to join our busy team.

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As our Technical Officer – Development you will apply your knowledge of landscape & engineering design and construction to the assessment and supervision of subdivision and land developments to ensure quality outcomes for the community. This includes providing preliminary advice to developers and builders regarding council requirements, assessing applications and making recommendations regarding development conditions. You will also monitor and inspect development activities throughout construction and on completion to ensure compliance with plans and conditions. Flexibility to attend meetings and conduct inspections with contractors outside of normal office hours is essential.

As a team player you will use your initiative and excellent communication skills to build and maintain strong working relationships across the organisation and liaise professionally and effectively with customers, contractors and stakeholders. Your tenacity and strong organisation and time management skills will see you thrive within a demanding environment focused on delivering results within deadlines.

The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career 
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety 
• Full time, 19-day work month 
• Base annual salary from $78,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future. 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Demonstrated knowledge of landscape & engineering design, design review, construction techniques, materials and equipment, in the context of subdivision, land development and general infrastructure.
• Previous experience in subdivision and land development, including application of IPWEA subdivision guidelines.
• Ability to provide accurate advice to key stakeholders in the areas of landscape and engineering development.
• Computer literacy to use a range of software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Current "C" class Western Australian drivers' license.
• Experience in Local or State Government works program processing.

Qualifications and/or experience in Engineering or Project Management experience, understanding of survey and computer aided design (CAD) software, experience with traffic management, and work health and safety awareness will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss. 

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Shawn Lombard, Manager Projects, Facilities & Assets or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.   

Applications close

9.00am on Monday 3 June 2024.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.