Development Engineer

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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