Development Assessment Engineering Officer

Charterhouse Recruitment (Australia)Melbourne, Victoria🇦🇺AustraliaPosted 15 Jun 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid contract role offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your engineering expertise in development assessment within a reputable NSW Government agency, with competitive hourly pay of $65 plus super. You'll thrive here if you possess strong analytical skills, enjoy collaborating on impactful projects that shape the built environment, and are eager to contribute to critical infrastructure decisions. Apply now to make a tangible difference and further your career in a supportive and dynamic team.

Quick Overview

Salary

A$65/hr

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

GISMicrosoft Office

Job Description

Development Assessment Engineering Officer Sydney Contract (6-month initial)

$65ph + super
Contract with potential extension
NSW Government

We are seeking an experienced Engineer who is familiar with assessing development applications to join the Development Assessments Team as a Development Assessment Engineering Officer.

In this role you will review and assess development applications for council, providing administrative support and technical expertise relating to drainage and flooding, helping to shape the build environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assess development application referrals relating to drainage and flooding
Provide administrative support to the Drainage Development Assessment team
Liaise with internal and external customers regarding development applications
Monitor, record and action all incoming development application referrals
Complete assigned Technology 1 and CM9 tasks to a high standard and within required timeframes
Manage correspondence and documentation within service level frameworks
Maintain record management in accordance with Council's procedures
Contribute to Council's engineering specifications and processes relating to development assessment

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering
Proven experience assessing development applications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflict and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes
Demonstrated commitment to customer service and collaborative teamwork
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Demonstrated skills in corporate systems including Technology 1, CM9 and GIS
Excellent time management, attention to detail and the ability to manage a high workload with minimal supervision