About this opportunity:

The Senior Development Engineer will be responsible for the design, assessment, and construction of civil infrastructure projects. The role requires building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the community and the development industry.

• Collaborate to foster stakeholder relationships.
• Utilise expertise in the design, assessment, and construction of civil infrastructure.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Liaise and negotiate with external stakeholders on engineering matters.
• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of Council's Planning Scheme documents and policies.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Strong problem-solving, time management, and negotiation skills.
• Effective communication through interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Commitment to continuous learning, with support to become a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) through the DPE program.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff ina vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy.

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $ 105,102.92
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• The position has a flexible working arrangement with an RDO, but MRC are exited to offer a range of flexible working arrangements including 9 day fortnight roster, compressed work weeks and hybrid working.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.

Applications Close:

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! This vacancy may close earlier than expected, so don't delay in submitting your application to avoid missing out.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).