Unit Coordinator Development Engineering

Shape the future of Tweed’s infrastructure—lead the approval of over $60M in public works annually and be the go-to expert for development engineering across the Shire.

About the role:

• Lead the assessment of subdivision and complex development applications, ensuring engineering conditions are tailored to each proposal.
• Approve and issue Part 6 certificates, including Subdivision Works Certificates and Compliance Certificates, in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Conduct inspections and authorise the acceptance of newly constructed public infrastructure across various development types.
• Oversee the release of Subdivision Certificates, ensuring full compliance with consent conditions and infrastructure standards.
• Manage large-scale development projects involving multidisciplinary engineering practices and legal, planning, and construction elements.
• Exercise full delegated authority over public infrastructure approvals valued at over $60 million annually, influencing development quality across the Shire.
• Operate within a complex legislative and professional framework, requiring extensive engineering expertise and strong time management in a high-demand environment

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $133,822 per annum with performance-based increments up to $148,699 per annum, plus 12% super
• 70-hour, 9-day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• A qualified Civil Engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering and eligibility for NER and Corporate Membership of Engineers Australia.
• Demonstrated expertise in engineering assessment of major and complex subdivisions and development applications.
• Strong technical knowledge in civil engineering design, including roads, stormwater drainage, water supply, and sewer systems.
• Proven ability to inspect and approve construction of public infrastructure such as roads, drainage, sewer, water reticulation, and pollution control devices.
• Sound understanding of sedimentation, erosion control, and stormwater pollution management in land development.
• High-level communication skills for resolving conflicts with developers, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Extensive experience (ideally 10+ years post-graduation) in civil construction or local government engineering roles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, including the EP&A Act, WHS Act, and principles of ecologically sustainable development.

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.  
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles.  We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. 
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. 

Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes: 

Friday 21 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time).  Late applications will not be permitted.

Click here to view the Position Description 

TIPS for Addressing the Selection Criteria

Click here for more information on the Recruitment Process

Click here to view our Values

Pre-Employment Screening:

Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. 

Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:

• Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
• Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.  Click here for more information.

Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors.  Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.

Immunisations:

This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine-preventable/manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination program. 

How To Apply:

You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.

Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. 

1. Have your Resume document ready to go.
2. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. 
3. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'.
4. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application.

If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:

1. Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?
2. What experience do you have managing large-scale development projects involving multiple engineering disciplines? How do you coordinate across these areas?
3. Can you describe your experience with assessing complex subdivision and development applications? What challenges have you faced and how did you overcome them? 
4. How do you ensure engineering conditions are appropriately tailored to each development proposal? Can you give an example?
5. What is your approach to inspecting and approving public infrastructure such as roads, stormwater systems, and sewer networks? 
6. How familiar are you with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and other relevant legislation? How have you applied this knowledge in your previous roles?
7. Tell us about a time you had to resolve a conflict with a developer or consultant. What communication strategies did you use?
8. How do you incorporate principles of ecologically sustainable development into your engineering assessments and approvals?
9. Can you explain your understanding of sedimentation and erosion control practices in land development? How do you ensure compliance on-site?
10. Describe your experience with contract and staff management. How do you ensure team performance and project delivery?
11. What systems or tools have you used for managing securities such as bank guarantees and cash bonds in development projects?

SK97188A

OFFICE USE ONLY