Construction & Development Engineer - [Archived Advertisement]

Construction & Development Engineer

Permanent- Full Time
Band 6
Salary $91,753.50 + Super + RDO + Flexible Working

About Us
The City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.

Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed.

The Role
Make a difference in our community! 

The purpose of the position is to provide civil engineering advice on design and construction approval processes related to new developments in our growth and established areas.

The engineering approvals of detailed design documentations and civil construction activities (earthworks, roads, drainage and general miscellaneous civil works) will be required to be conducted in accordance with Council policy and standards, corporate direction, statutory requirements and industry Best Practice.

 As a key member of the Development Engineering Unit, within the Urban Design and Transport Department, you will be responsible for:

• Providing high quality, innovative and solution focused engineering assessments and advice in relation to the forward planning of established and growth areas and the construction of Council’s new assets;

• Ensuring that design assessments and construction approvals are provided within required timeframes and in accordance with industry best practice and Council approved standards, guidelines and procedures.

About you
Ideally, you will be qualified in Civil Engineering, with five years’ experience, have worked with a range of internal and external stakeholders, have the capacity to handle a busy workload, strong communication skills, understanding of the local government engineering design and construction, planning and statutory reporting frameworks, policies and procedures, understanding of the civil construction process as well as working positively in a team environment.

 A thorough understanding of the sub-division process, the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and your proactive approach to facilitating positive outcomes through flexible and innovative engineering solutions, in partnership with the development community, will be a key to your success in this role.

If this sounds like you, then you should definitely apply!

Want to know more?
For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below or If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Daniel Garzia, Coordinator Construction Approvals on 9217 2200.

 To apply for this position, you must address the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, applications that do not address the Selection Criteria may not be considered.

Applications close at 11.45 pm on Sunday 18 September 2022

 Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified.

Please note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted. 

* We are happy to take applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

 At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone’s strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer.

 In line with the directions issued by Victoria's Chief Health Officer, all roles at the Council require staff to be mandatorily vaccinated to perform duties and/or deliver services to the community. Therefore, if you are successful in the selection process, you will be required to provide evidence of an approved Covid-19 vaccination or authorised medical exemption.

 Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation.

 If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email human.resources@whittlesea.vic.gov.au with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. Workplace adjustment (also known as “reasonable adjustment”) is defined as: “Whatever is considered necessary and achievable to enable an employee to perform their job role efficiently and to the best of their abilities”. A Workplace adjustment can be requested at any stage in the recruitment process and/or as a part of the employment of an individual.