Tweed Shire Council

Technical Officer

We are looking for a Technical Officer (up to 2 positions available) - Developments to join our team and play a key role in ensuring civil engineering works meet the highest standards. Reporting to the Coordinator Development Engineering, you will conduct site inspections of subdivisions and other developments, overseeing critical infrastructure such as roads, stormwater drainage, water supply, sewerage systems, and environmental protection measures. Your expertise in civil engineering construction methods and Council policies will be essential in ensuring compliance and best practices.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with engineers, contractors, government bodies, and the public, making a meaningful impact on local developments. You will also have the authority to recommend the acceptance of public assets and issue penalty notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme (SEINS). Strong communication and record management skills are essential.

About the role:

• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, policies, and regulations for subdivisions and other developments.
• Oversee the construction of essential infrastructure, including roads, stormwater drainage, water supply, sewerage systems, and environmental protection measures.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, government bodies, and the public to support quality development outcomes.
• Recommend the acceptance of public assets and issue penalty notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme (SEINS).
• Maintain accurate records using Council’s Record Management System to ensure compliance with organisational requirements.

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $72,400 per annum with competency-based increments up to $85,001 per annum, plus 11.5% super
• 76 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 relevant trade certificate or tertiary qualification, combined with substantial technical experience in development engineering and supervising civil engineering projects.
• Proven ability to supervise construction works for public water supply, sewerage systems, road pavements, and stormwater drainage.
• Strong knowledge of environmental protection measures on construction sites, including sedimentation, noise, and dust control.
• Excellent conflict resolution and complaint management skills when dealing with the public, government bodies, and stakeholders.
• A high level of oral and written communication skills.

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 18 April 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

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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.

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. Do you hold a relevant trade certificate or tertiary qualification in development engineering, civil engineering, or a related field? Please describe your qualifications and relevant experience in supervising civil engineering projects.
2. Please provide examples of your experience supervising construction works for public water supply, sewerage systems, road pavements, and stormwater drainage.
3. What experience do you have in implementing and overseeing environmental protection measures on construction sites, such as sedimentation, noise, and dust control?
4. Please describe a time when you successfully resolved a conflict or managed a complaint related to a development project. How did you approach the situation?
5. How would describe your oral and written communication skills, and can you provide an example of how you’ve used them effectively in a professional setting?

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