About Us

Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.

It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.

Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.

Your next opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Development Engineer to join our team. This role will be offered on a permanent, full-time basis at Dungog. Reporting to the Section Manager Development Services, you will assist to shape the future of Dungog through assessing the engineering components of proposed developments and supervising relevant works relating to subdivision civil works packages.

Essential criteria include (full criteria in Position Description below):

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying, or other suitable qualification relevant to the field of expertise
• Demonstrated customer experience focus
• Demonstrated professional written and oral communication skills, including sound organisational and computer skills with the ability to effectively interact with a range of customers and other stakeholders to negotiate and resolve conflict
• Knowledge of subdivision/urban and rural planning and design principles and associated assessment of development applications for subdivision and engineering works under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
• Knowledge and experience in Road Act 1993 Approvals and Section 68 Approvals under the Local Government Act
• Knowledge of and experience in the use of Australian Standards, guidelines, manuals, and codes applicable to engineering design and construction
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
• Class C Driver Licence

Be rewarded

The position is placed at Grade 13 of Council’s salary system. The salary offered is in the range of $121,000 to $137,000 per annum (inclusive of Superannuation, 8% market allowance and civil liabilities allowance), dependent upon competency level and in accordance with Council’s Salary Policy. Further market allowance may be available for highly qualified applicants.  

A leaseback vehicle with private use component is also available for this position. This role works a 19-day month with 1 rostered day off (RDO) every 4 weeks.

Other Council benefits:

• Extra leave between the Christmas and New Year period (additional to your annual leave)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Outstanding team environment
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development: We have annual assessments for all Council employees to put plans in place for training and career progression so that you can broaden your horizons during your time with us
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10

For further information, please contact: Jenny Webb, Section Manager Development Services on (02) 4995 7777

How to apply

Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.

You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.

To submit your application, please follow the below steps:

1. Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
2. Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, etc.)
3. Review your application and select Confirm

You will receive an automated acknowledgement email if you have submitted your application correctly. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application.

Position Description - click here to download