Development Engineer | Local Government Contract | Immediate Start
We are currently seeking an experienced Development Engineer to join a local government organisation within Tasmania. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure and development outcomes within a collaborative and community-focused environment.
Position Overview
* Location: Southern Tasmania (Local Government Authority)
* Duration: 4-5 months
* Working Days: Monday to Friday
* Start: Immediate / as soon as available
Key Responsibilities
* Assess development applications, engineering plans, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation
* Provide engineering advice across roads, stormwater, traffic, earthworks, servicing, and infrastructure integration
* Liaise with developers, consultants, government authorities, and internal stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle
* Prepare and review engineering-related permit conditions, technical reports, and professional recommendations
* Support development assessment processes, compliance activities, and infrastructure handover within statutory timeframes
Ideal Candidate Requirements
* Degree-qualified Civil Engineer or related discipline
* Proven experience in development engineering, ideally within a local government environment
* Strong understanding of development assessment processes, civil infrastructure, and relevant legislation
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
* Highly organised, self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities independently
What's on Offer
* Local government contract opportunity with immediate start
* Competitive hourly rate (commensurate with experience) + superannuation
* Exposure to a wide range of development engineering projects
* Supportive and professional working environment
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