Cessnock City Council

Engineering Officer

About the Opportunity

Cessnock City Council has a unique opportunity for a qualified engineer to join our Development Services team as an Engineering Officer!

In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for effectively assessing Section 138 applications associated with vehicle access crossings, road restoration, associated road infrastructure construction, stormwater drainage and utility connections. You will draw upon your engineering expertise alongside your knowledge of multiple pieces of legislation to provide technical input and advice to multiple stakeholders to ensure infrastructure and restorations meet both Council and community expectations. 

To be successful in this position, you will need tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, construction management or other relevant qualifications, as well as demonstrated experience in the field of construction and maintenance of civil works, specifically roads and drainage related. Our Development Services team is processing a high volume of development applications every week, so we are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and that is driven to complete work efficiently and to a high quality. Your natural willingness to learn as well as proactively take action when you see the need for improvement will help us succeed together. 

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

Remuneration

$79,228 - $91,738 per annum plus superannuation 

The Benefits

The Engineering Officer is a permanent full-time role working 35 hours per week and is a blend of office and site-based work which will guarantee your days are varied and interesting. Council provides you with the ability to work in a way that suits you best, offering multiple flexible work arrangements including the option of a nine-day fortnight, compressed work week or a monthly RDO. A leaseback vehicle, with full private use, is also offered with this position. 

Other benefits we think you will like: 

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging option of novated leasing available for permanent staff 
• 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
• 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 13 March 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.