Development Control Officer

 

Main characteristics

Location

Capel, Western Australia

Company

Shire of Capel

Employment type

Full time

Category

Government & Defence

Job summary

Full time, monthly RDO Negotiable salary circa $85,000 Work-life balance in the South West

The Shire of Capel is seeking an experienced civil engineering professional to join our Asset and Technical Services team providing technical support in the assessment, construction and infrastructure handover of subdivision and land development within our Shire.

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

The Development Control Officer will review, assess and provide feedback on subdivision and development proposals and manage the handover of infrastructure to ensure compliance with required standards and conditions.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, and an excellent communicator committed to ensuring the delivery of high-level engineering outcomes for our community.

The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy: Flexibility and support Investment in you and your career An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected Full time, 19-day work month A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety LG Award conditions, base annual salary circa $85,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution Commuter use of a vehicle

For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description Development Control Officer PDF (205KB) [link removed]. If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/careers to access the position description.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate: Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shires HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork Tertiary qualification in (or significant study towards) Civil Engineering or relevant field or significant experience in civil construction Experience in infrastructure planning, assessment and management of subdivisional development Relevant experience in civil design, construction and compliance with relevant local laws, policies and standards relating to infrastructure assets Experience in project management of engineering projects Demonstrated public relations and interpersonal skills in a customer-based environment with an ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflict

Candidates with previous leadership experience, local government experience and Advanced Worksite Traffic Management accreditation will be highly regarded.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Kristin McKechie, Manager Asset & Technical Services or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.

Applications close

9.00am on Monday 10 October 2022.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.