Coordinator Development Engineering (3351)

Ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact in one of Australia’s most picturesque coastal communities?

We’re seeking a skilled Coordinator Development Engineering to lead our Development Engineering Team in delivering safe, sustainable, and future-focused development outcomes. This is your chance to combine technical excellence and strong leadership to ensure the delivery of infrastructure that supports vibrant, resilient communities.

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide expert technical guidance, strategic oversight, and operational leadership in the assessment and coordination of development-related infrastructure. You’ll ensure all engineering outcomes align with Council’s planning instruments, community aspirations, and long-term asset strategies.

You’ll also be skilled in mentoring and leadership with a strong demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative culture across internal teams and external stakeholders.

This is more than just an engineering leadership role—it’s your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a region known for its natural beauty and community spirit. Be part of something bigger. Apply now!

What you will be doing:

• Leading and managing the Development Engineering Team to deliver efficient and high-quality infrastructure assessments and approvals.
• Providing technical direction and ensuring engineering solutions are sustainable, safe, and aligned with Council’s policies and standards.
• Driving continuous improvement in workflows, service delivery, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Supporting strategic planning initiatives by aligning engineering assessment with broader infrastructure and land-use objectives.
• Building strong relationships with developers, consultants, and internal teams to enable practical, future-ready outcomes.

What You’ll Bring:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent tertiary qualification, and/or significant experience in a similar development engineering or infrastructure leadership role.
• Proven success leading technical teams and managing performance within a regulatory, planning, or infrastructure delivery context.
• Extensive experience in civil engineering, particularly in development assessment, planning, design, and delivery of urban infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, planning instruments, and engineering standards within a local government environment.
• Proficiency in Council’s corporate systems and engineering-related software.

We believe that when you feel supported, you do your best work. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Total Remuneration Package Circa $150,000 including superannuation — plus the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference to your team, across Council and for the community!
• Fortnightly RDOs—because balance matters.
• 12% superannuation—we’re invested in your future.
• 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.

Apply today!