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About Council

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW.  The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments.  Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region.  We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

AN EXCITING OPENING IS AVAILABLE FOR AN UNDERGRADUATE / GRADUATE ENGINEER TO JOIN AN ORGANISATION THAT OFFERS A GENUINE WORK / LIFE BALANCE

About the position

• Responsible for carrying out research, assessment of applications and the preparation of reports relating to all aspects of development, including checking of engineering plans and inspection of works.
• The salary range for this position is $61,742.31 - $86,160.81 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. Pay Rates may be dependant on graduation status and experience.
• This is a permanent full time position based in the Toowoomba CBD.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria

1. Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description (attached).
2. Ability to assess development applications for various developments against relevant legislation, Planning Instruments, technical standards and codes and provide technical input and conditions.
3. Sound knowledge, or the capability to acquire the knowledge, of engineering principles and current best practice including the ability to check Engineering plans, inspect development works and apply current Engineering design and construction techniques to ensure compliance with town planning requirements.
4. Demonstrated time management skills, including the ability to supervise a minor works program/project and monitor workflows that contribute to departmental/Council goals.
5. Be self-motivated and have the ability to work unsupervised and prioritise work activities to meet changing demands.
6. Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.

How to apply

To apply, please submit two documents:

1. A document addressing the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description in two pages or less; and
2. Your current resume.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

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For further information

Please contact Michael Evans on (07) 4688 6757 within business hours.