Public Sector People are working closely with a council in the western suburbs to recruit a Band 6 level Development Engineer. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and motivated to provide a high level of service with proven experience working as a Development Engineer within Victorian Local Government. You will be responsible for plan checking and plan approvals, construction supervision and carrying out inspections and respond to planning referrals. This will be a contract role for 6 months. Responsibilities and Experience for this role: Review and approve the road and drainage plans and other associated strategic documents submitted for approval for staged subdivisional development projects. Provide the response to planning applications referred from the Planning Department in relation to the all major township development projects. Evaluate and provide comments/planning permit conditions for Outline Development Plans/Local Structure Plans and Planning Permit applications. Process Service Authority referrals and assist in developing and implementing engineering aspects of Water Sensitive Urban Design. The ideal candidate will have: A degree in Civil Engineering or relevant experience/qualifications. Previous experience working in a growth area Council. A solid understanding of local government policies, procedures, and legislation. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both written and verbally. Check our website to see more opportunities, sign up for job alerts or refer a friend: www.publicsectorpeople.com.au