Development Engineer (4435.01)
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Job Summary
Group and Team: Development Appraisal and Development Engineering
Location:Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 4
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $101051 to $109546 per annum 13.5% superannuation.
About the role
This role contributes to the success of the City by enabling the organisation to fulfil its statutory requirements related to land use planning working collaboratively within a team of planners and development engineers.
As a Development Engineer you will play a key part in the assessment of planning building and plumbing applications review engineering drawings and provide practical engineering advice that supports highquality development outcomes across the municipality.
Role accountabilities include:
- Performing engineering assessments of planning applications and preparing clear written reports and recommendations.
- Evaluating building and plumbing applications engineering drawings final survey plans strata plans and associated documents.
- Providing engineering advice to applicants professionals internal stakeholders and the public.
- Liaising across City of Hobart networks to ensure consistency in applying standards and statutory requirements.
- Supporting timely and compliant assessments aligned with statutory timeframes.
- Contributing positively to team culture through effective communication and collaboration.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Development Engineer Position Description
About you
About you
You are an experienced developmentfocused engineer who thrives in an environment where technical accuracy professional judgement and stakeholder engagement are essential. You bring strong analytical skills a solutionsfocused mindset and the ability to communicate complex engineering requirements clearly to a wide audience.
You will also bring:
- Significant experience in development assessment within Local Government or a similar environment.
- Strong understanding of planning schemes engineering standards legislation regulations and codes relevant to land development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective time management and problemsolving capabilities.
- A collaborative approach that reflects the City of Hobarts organisational values.
Qualifications and licences:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (or relevant qualifications/experience).
- Current Drivers Licence.
Desirable:
- Experience in statutory planning assessments.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone with connections between nature history culture businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy wherever your skills talents and passions lie we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more aboutwhat the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds abilities ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks verification of qualifications National Criminal History record check and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
Learn more about our vision mission and values.
How to apply
If youre passionate about our beautiful cityand ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards wed love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Tristan Widdowson Manager Development Appraisal on 0or email
All applications must be made in the online portal and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application please email details of the issue to . Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 22 February 2026.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud do not upload or email personal documents such as Drivers licences passports or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licenceand
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
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