About the role
This role contributes to the success of the City by enabling the organisation to fulfil its statutory requirements related to land use planning, working collaboratively within a team of planners and development engineers. As a Development Engineer, you will play a key part in the assessment of planning, building and plumbing applications, review engineering drawings, and provide practical engineering advice that supports high-quality development outcomes across the municipality.
Role accountabilities include:
* Performing engineering assessments of planning applications and preparing clear written reports and recommendations.
* Evaluating building and plumbing applications, engineering drawings, final survey plans, strata plans, and associated documents.
* Providing engineering advice to applicants, professionals, internal stakeholders and the public.
* Liaising across City of Hobart networks to ensure consistency in applying standards and statutory requirements.
* Supporting timely and compliant assessments aligned with statutory timeframes.
* Contributing positively to team culture through effective communication and collaboration.
You are an experienced development-focused engineer who thrives in an environment where technical accuracy, professional judgement and stakeholder engagement are essential. You bring strong analytical skills, a solutions-focused mindset, and the ability to communicate complex engineering requirements clearly to a wide audience.
You will also bring:
* Significant experience in development assessment within Local Government or a similar environment.
* Strong understanding of planning schemes, engineering standards, legislation, regulations and codes relevant to land development.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Effective time management and problem-solving capabilities.
* A collaborative approach that reflects the City of Hobart's organisational values.
Qualifications and licences:
* Current Driver's Licence.
* Experience in statutory planning assessments.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
* Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
* A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
* Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
* Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
* An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
* Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
If you're passionate about our city, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Applications are not accepted via email or after the position has closed; please contact us prior to the closing time if you have issues submitting.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 22 February 2026.
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
Privacy and compliance
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as driver's licenses, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead, declare you hold the required documentation/licence and originals will be sighted on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit. Positions are filled based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Privacy Acknowledgment
Collection of Personal Information: The City of Hobart collects personal information as part of the recruitment process. Our recruitment applications are hosted by external service providers. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external providers until you elect not to have it stored on these sites.
Application assistance
If you require assistance in completing this application, you may request it from a support person or other eligible helper. Version and submission guidance are provided within the online portal.
Eligibility and other requirements
Work rights: It is a legal requirement to have the right to work in Australia. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship. Please select the appropriate option in the application questions and attach any required visa documentation if applicable.
* I am an Australian Citizen
* I am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passport
* I am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verified
* I am a non citizen who requires visa sponsorship from an employer. Applicants requiring sponsorship will be marked as unsuccessful.
Application questions
Selection criteria: Please address the knowledge, experience, skills and competencies for this role with evidence-based examples (maximum 600 words). Behavioural competency: Describe how you embody the City of Hobart values (People, Teamwork, Focus & Direction, Creativity & Innovation, Accountability) in your approach (maximum 100 words).
List of documents
Resume and copies of relevant qualifications should be attached to the end of your application. References: Please nominate at least two professional referees with name, title, phone, and email. At least one referee should be your most recent direct manager.
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