AddressSenior Development Engineer (Civil) / Principal Development Engineer (Civil)
Requisition Number: 171
Salary Range: $100,395.10 - $123,554.77 per annum
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Locations: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Portsmith
Application Close Date: Sunday 2 June 2024 at 11.30pm AEST
If you have a strong background in civil engineering, enjoy mentoring others and are ready to lead innovative projects, this is the perfect role for you!
Your Opportunity:
Are you passionate about shaping the future? Want to play a key role in the facilitation of development outcomes in a growing region? We want to hear from you!
An incredibly rare and exciting opportunity in a leadership position is now available as the Senior Development Engineer (Civil) or Principal Development Engineer (Civil) within the Development Engineering team here at Council!
Reporting to the Coordinator Development Services (Engineering), this role is an important leadership position within the Development and Planning Branch and works alongside the Coordinator Development Services (Engineering). The primary focus of the role is to lead a highly motivated, engaged, and focused team to facilitate the Development Engineering function across our diverse region to support planned development outcomes.
The Senior Development Engineer (Civil) or Principal Development Engineer (Civil) works at a very high level of autonomy and initiative to manage the flow of work in the team whilst providing technical leadership, coaching and a supportive environment to enable the team to perform and achieve success.
About our team:
At Cairns Regional Council, we are a values-driven, outcome-focused employer. We understand the importance of a balanced lifestyle, flexibility and place emphasis on the individual. Let’s talk about what works for you.
We are motivated by a sense of service to our community – one that we live, work and play in.
The broad vision for the Development and Planning Branch of Cairns Regional Council is dictated by five key principles:
- We are passionate and roll up our sleeves.
- We deliver an unexpected quality of service
- We are innovative and welcome new ideas.
- We are collaborative and focused.
- We work hard and we have fun.
About you:
Capable - You have experience and demonstrated knowledge of Civil engineering. There is still room to learn on the job!
Personable – Your communication and interpersonal skills are second to none, using your ability to use tact, diplomacy whilst building and maintaining strong working relationships with a diverse range of internal and external customers. You have significant emphasis on maintaining a good workplace culture!
High-Performing – You have an outcomes-solutions focused approach to managing work and competing interests. Development facilitation is key through exceptional communication!
Primary Objectives:
This position of Senior Development Engineer (Civil) is primarily focused on providing technical leadership, guidance, and technical support about Civil Engineering to the Development Engineers (Civil) within the Development Engineering team.
In addition to the above, and specific to the Principal Development Engineer (Civil), provide expert engineering advice and support to the team in accordance with the RPEQ certification.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Knowledge and experience in civil engineering and development.
- Strong organisational skills to manage workflows and improve processes.
- Exceptional communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a technical team effectively.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on innovative solutions
- Ability to prepare and review complex correspondence and documentation.
Bring your technical expertise and leadership skills to our team. Help us deliver outstanding engineering outcomes and drive innovation in the Cairns Region. Apply today and become a key player in our mission to support planned development and community growth.
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities, Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
- Phone: (07) 4044 3***
- Email: ****@cairns.qld.gov.au
- Website: CRC Employment at Council
