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* Reference number 2627
* Job Type Full Time
* Package Annual Salary $98,077 to $102,101 per annum (QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5.1 to 5.3) depending on skills, qualifications and experience.
The Role
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a stunning coastal location? We're looking for a motivated and reliable qualified and experienced Technical Officer to join our Planning and Development team. You will play a key role in supporting Council's direction by providing development assessment services for a broad range of development related works.
What you'll be doing:
* Assessing development applications and preparing responses in line with Council's business rules and statutory requirements.
* Conducting site inspections for contributed assets, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Providing engineering advice to the Development Assessment team on contributed assets through Operational Works.
* Liaising with government departments, consultants, contractors, and the public on operational works issues.
* Offering guidance on Building Over or Near Relevant Infrastructure (BONRI).
* Assisting with asset data verification and maintain GIS integrity.
* Undertake compliance-related investigations and maintain accurate records.
About You:
We're looking for a proactive leader with:
* Strong knowledge of relevant Local Government operations and legislative framework, particularly in relation to the Planning Act.
* Experience in development applications, planning and municipal infrastructure delivery.
* Ability to plan workloads, meet deadline and provide quality customer services.
* Proficiency in MS Office and Council systems.
Mandatory Requirements to be successful in this position:
* Qualifications relevant to the duties of the position (e.g. Associate Diploma of Engineering Civil) and/or significant experience in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure works;
* Possess Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and
* Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver's licence.
* Annual Salary $98,077 to $102,101 per annum (QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5.1 to 5.3) depending on skills, qualifications and experience.
* Fortnightly RDOs—because balance matters.
* Salary packaging options—to help you make the most of your earnings.
* A values-driven culture where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they're how we work, every day.
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