Development Engineer
- Permanent / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- $102,311 – $117,686 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 5-6 Depending on experience) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
An exciting new opportunity is available to join Rockhampton Regional Council as a Development Engineer.
As a Development Engineer, you will contribute to shaping our region by providing high quality development assessment services across a wide range of projects. You’ll assess Reconfiguration of Lots, Material Change of Use and Operational Works applications, applying your civil engineering expertise to ensure proposed infrastructure, such as water, sewerage, transport, roads, pathways and stormwater systems, meets statutory requirements and aligns with sound engineering principles.
You’ll also play an important role in ensuring compliance through site inspections, reviewing technical reports and designs, and offering clear, informed advice to internal and external stakeholders. If you’re a motivated Civil Engineer looking to broaden your impact and support well planned, sustainable development within a collaborative team, this role offers the challenge and variety you’re seeking.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Civil Engineer with relevant experience in development assessment and municipal infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of the Planning Act 2016 and applicable technical standards, guidelines and policies.
- Proven ability to review engineering designs, prepare clear technical reports and provide sound advice.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative and customer focused approach.
- Strong organisational, problem solving and time management skills, with the ability to deliver quality outcomes within required timeframes.
What you'll get in return
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
- A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
- Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
- Bachelor level qualifications in Civil Engineering and/or relevant experience including assessment of development applications, planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure.
- Knowledge of statutory and technical guidelines relevant to the planning and design of municipal infrastructure.
- Demonstrated ability to research and draft correspondence, reports and other relevant documentation.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills to effectively negotiate positive outcomes, present reports and problem solve.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 13 April 2026 at Midnight (AEST)