Principal Development Assessment Engineer (Remote)

Principal Development Assessment Engineer | Logan City Council | Australia

Principal Development Engineer

Logan Water have an exciting opportunity for a permanent full time Principal Development Engineer in our Water Development Services Program.

Key Points:

• Permanent full-time opportunity with a nine day fortnight
• Salary from: $116,067.48/year + superannuation (Stream A, Level 8.1)
• Ongoing development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements and work from home options available.

About the role

This is a new and exciting role within the Logan Water Development Services Program. Due to unprecedented growth within the City of Logan, Logan Water is seeking a Principal Development Assessment Engineer.

The ideal candidate will have a combination of the below qualities:

• An excellent communicator, negotiator and influencer with an excellent understanding of the development industry with the ability to negotiate complex water and wastewater Infrastructure Agreements and coach Senior Engineers to enhance development outcomes.
• Someone with advanced technical knowledge in the design and implementation of sewer and water assets capable of resolving complicated technical issues.

Role responsibilities

The purpose of this role is to provide advanced engineering development assessment and quality assurance services to the Water Development Services Assessment Team within the Logan Water Development Services Program.

Elements of the role include:

• Expert knowledge and experience in water and wastewater development engineering assessment.
• Has a keen eye for detail and can lead the implementation of and management of Infrastructure Agreements.
• Lead and implement business development opportunities and process improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and conflict resolution skills.
• The role is accountable for assessing technically complex development proposals and providing development assessment documentation.
• The ability to work autonomously with little oversight and thrive in a team environment.

To be successful in this position, the applicant must have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering acceptable for Engineers Australia Membership at the grade of Member is required. Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer, Queensland (RPEQ) is a requirement.
• Possession of a current “C” class driver’s licence

For more detailed information on the requirements of the role, please refer to the Position Description attached with this advertisement.

Why choose Logan City Council?

We have a friendly, customer centric culture, supporting diverse and collaborative working relationships across the organisation, with a connection to purpose and community.

In addition to being centrally located, Logan City Council has great benefits to help support your professional and personal growth including:

• Opportunity – A chance to be a leader within a growing team and be part of positive changes which improve working environments and developer driven outcomes.
• Salary from:
  • Level 8 starts at $116,067.48 + superannuation.
• Accrue Additional Leave – Use your annual leave for when you want a break and accrue additional Christmas Leave throughout the year.
• Work-Life Balance – Full-time hours worked over a 9-day (72.5hr) fortnight, equating to an extra 22 days off each year!
• Flexible Work – We support work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Health & Wellness – Access to our Logan Leisure Centres discounted membership and Fitness Passport Program for a healthier lifestyle. Look after your health with our Corporate BUPA discount.
• Salary Packaging – Why not look into the right vehicle lease for your needs?
• Professional Growth – Take advantage of ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive Environment – Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program for your wellbeing.
• Convenience – Enjoy free parking every day.
• Engage – Enjoy the benefits of our active social club and engage with colleagues.

Interested?

If you’d like some more information about the role contact our hiring manager, Nicholas Darwin – Assessment Team Leader by email at nicholasdarwin@logan.qld.gov.au

To express your interest in this role, please click ‘APPLY’ and submit your Resume and Cover Letter outlining your relevant skills and experience in support of your application by the closing date of Friday 22nd of November 2024.

Thank you for considering joining the Logan City Council. We cannot wait to learn more about you!

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