Engineering Officer - Development Services

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced engineer ready to create lasting change? Council is on the lookout for a skilled Engineering Officer to join our Development Services team. Bring your expertise to a role that truly makes a difference and contributes to the growth and success of our community.

Reporting to the Development Engineering Coordinator your primary focus will be on assessing Section 138 applications related to vehicle access crossings, road restoration, infrastructure construction, stormwater drainage, and utility connections. You’ll play a vital role in monitoring construction works within road reserves and public areas, ensuring all projects comply with approvals and meet both Council standards and community expectations.

Your responsibilities will include conducting engineering inspections throughout the assessment and construction phases, and coordinating applications and notifications for works occurring in the public road reserve and related areas. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining safe, high-quality infrastructure that serves the community.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Degree qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent field.

• At least 5 years’ proven experience in civil works construction and maintenance, with a strong emphasis on roads and drainage.

• Solid knowledge of engineering principles, legislation, and specifications relevant to infrastructure assessment and approval processes.

• A thorough understanding of statutory requirements related to public road reserves, including:

  • Roads Act 1993

  • Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

  • Local Government Act 1993

  • Civil Liabilities Act 2002

If you’re ready to bring your technical skills and passion for community-focused infrastructure to a supportive, dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

$81,605 - $94,490 per annum plus 13% superannuation and a leaseback vehicle. 

The Benefits

• Full-time 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 13% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Lease back vehicle  - Full private use available
• Work mobile and iPad supplied
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

What's Next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 14 August 2025 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Jules Bosco, Development Engineering Coordinator on (02) 4993 4324

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.