Senior Development Engineer

• Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Council is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to join our Development Assessment Services team, bringing expert technical advice and leadership to a broad portfolio of development projects.

Reporting to the Team Leader Development Engineer, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assess and report on engineering aspects of development applications and construction certificates
• Provide expert advice on Council’s Development Control Plans and relevant engineering standards
• Mentor junior staff and act as team leader when required
• Represent Council in Land and Environment Court proceedings and provide technical evidence
• Oversee the checking and approval of engineering designs associated with development applications, construction certificates and subdivisions
• Respond to public and stakeholder enquiries with clarity, professionalism, and authority

Qualifications, Skills & experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with development engineering matters
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of local government and environmental legislation

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and progressive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

*Council’s work from home policy allows up to 80% of hours to be worked from home.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria listed in the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Ross Guerrera on 9424 0740

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 17 September 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer