Senior Engineer/ Senior Technical Officer

Senior Engineer/ Senior Technical Officer - Development Infrastructure & Growth Are you a driven civil engineering professional ready to influence the future of a rapidly expanding region? Join Toowoomba Regional Council’s Development Infrastructure and Growth Branch, a team at the forefront of shaping one of Queensland’s most dynamic growth areas. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, challenge, and impact — this is your opportunity. About the Role As our Senior Engineer / Senior Technical Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality development outcomes across the Toowoomba Region. You will assess development applications, prepare comprehensive engineering reports, and oversee the construction of developer-delivered assets. Your expertise will help guide development that is safe, sustainable, and aligned with our region’s long-term vision. This is a position for someone who enjoys problem-solving, thrives in a team environment, and wants to contribute meaningfully to community growth. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide expert technical advice on all engineering aspects of development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Undertake complex development assessment tasks, including: Operational Works application assessment Reviewing engineering design plans and technical reports Preparing high-quality technical reports Conducting pre-start meetings and construction inspections Recommending works “on maintenance” and “off maintenance” Reviewing As Constructed documentation and plan sealing Build and maintain strong working relationships within Council and the development industry. Apply advanced communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. About the Development Infrastructure and Growth Branch Be part of a proactive, solutions-focused team responsible for facilitating growth in one of Queensland’s most exciting regions. Our branch oversees the assessment and delivery of development infrastructure, supporting a thriving region experiencing substantial expansion. If you want to contribute to impactful, community-building work — we want to hear from you. What We Offer Competitive salary: $102,286.02 – $109,044.83 p.a. plus 17.5% leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation Excellent work/life balance with a nine-day fortnight and access to banked leave Professional development, leadership, and management training opportunities Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance Access to the Fitness Passport Program Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families A strong commitment to staff safety – home safe every day A permanent full-time position based in the heart of Toowoomba CBD What You Bring Qualifications and Experience Bachelor or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) Corporate membership (or eligibility) with Engineers Australia WHS White Card (or willingness to obtain) Technical Skills and Knowledge Strong capability in assessing development applications against legislation, technical standards, and planning instruments Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, industry best practice, engineering plan approvals, and construction inspection Ability to integrate engineering, planning, and plumbing/drainage requirements Organisational Skills Proven ability to manage complex programs, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities Self‑motivated with strong time‑management and workflow coordination skills Interpersonal and Communication Skills Excellent verbal communication with strong negotiation and mediation abilities High-level written communication skills, capable of producing accurate and concise reports and correspondence Commitment to exceptional customer service Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships across teams, stakeholders, and industry partners Commitment to Council’s Organisational Values Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and positive workplace behaviours How to Apply Please provide: Your current resume Use headings to clearly identify each requirement Provide real examples demonstrating what you did, how you did it, and the outcome A short document (maximum 2 pages) addressing the key requirements listed above. Applications that do not address all key requirements may not be considered. The preferred applicant will undergo a Criminal History Check and pre‑employment medical assessment. For more information on applying, visit our Careers Page at tr.qld.gov.au/jobs. Want to Know More? For a confidential conversation, please contact:Ben Kleinschmidt – Manager of Development Infrastructure & Growth 5*** during business hours Closing Date – Monday 8 December 2025 at 11:45pm 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 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends on attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career. Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr