Senior Development Engineer (Drainage)

• Enjoy a Permanent full-time opportunity
• Benefit from a Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Embrace Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Access Personal and professional development opportunities
• Health and well-being initiatives including fitness Passport

Join Our Transport and Development Team as a Senior Development Engineer (Drainage).

Are you passionate about shaping the future of infrastructure and ensuring sustainable development? As a Senior Development Engineer (Drainage), you'll play an essential role in assessing and guiding residential, commercial, and industrial developments to meet legislative standards and the Council’s policies and support in the development of the council’s drainage strategic plan and management.

About the role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer wanting to step into a senior role. The Senior Development Engineer is critical in assessing and managing all types of development proposals, specifically stormwater drainage impacts arising from urban development within the municipality. They ensure compliance with local, state, and national standards and regulations, delivering high-quality engineering outcomes that meet the community’s needs and support sustainable urban growth. The role includes advising on drainage infrastructure, providing expert technical guidance to both internal and external stakeholders and supporting leaders in the implementation of the Council’s drainage strategic plan and management policy development within the development and stormwater drainage space.

About You:

• Join a dynamic team where your expertise in development engineering will shape innovative and sustainable solutions in stormwater drainage, flood risk management, and water-sensitive urban design.
• Bring your qualifications: Professional engineering registration (or eligibility to obtain it within the first 3 months) is required to thrive in this role.
• Collaborate and communicate: Utilise your strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Be driven to succeed: We’re looking for a goal-oriented professional with a strong sense of accountability and commitment to excellence.

Skills, experience and certificates:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent Engineering qualification recognised by the Institution of Engineers Australia, a valid certificate of professional engineering registration as required under the professional engineer's registration 2019 and a current driver's license.
• Demonstrated engineering experience in a relevant field, preferably local government, including development and land subdivision approvals, planning referrals, engineering design, on-site investigations, and project management.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex developments and drainage issues, recommendations, and decisions to leaders and internal/external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking hydraulics and hydrology, conventional drainage design, and flood mapping/modelling development and computation.
• Sound knowledge of acts, regulations and policies relating to development/subdivision and drainage engineering.
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Mandatory Pre-employment screenings:

• Driver's Licence

How to apply:

Application Process

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

For further details about this exciting position, please access the complete position description via the link below. If you'd like to discuss your suitability or have any questions, feel free to reach out to Harshani Basnayaka Tel: 8673 4373 for a confidential conversation.

Applications close: Wednesday, 23 October 2024 at 11:45 PM

Why Choose Banyule City Council

Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au.

Our Values Our employees align their career with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

We offer:

• Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements
• Monthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
• Study assistance (permanent employees)
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities
• Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the wellbeing of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the regions history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation and committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.