Development Engineer

We offer real work life balance and benefits that count. Depending on your role, you may have access to a 4 day compressed week or 9 day fortnight, generous leave provisions including Wellness Leave and up to 3 days of end of year shutdown leave, and discounts through Fitness Passport, Solstice Energy, MyState Bank, Launceston Aquatic Centre and the QVMAG Gift Shop, plus a free EAP, discounted health insurance through St Luke's Health and BUPA, and more.

Build the Infrastructure Behind Launceston's Growth

As our Development Engineer, you'll be the technical eye across every development that lands on Council's desk. You'll assess how proposals affect our roads, stormwater and community assets, then work out what's needed to keep them fit for purpose. From reviewing development, building and plumbing applications to working alongside engineering consultants and contractors, you'll help make sure new subdivisions and infrastructure are built to last. It's technical work you can see the results of, in the streets and services the people of Launceston use every day.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Assess the impact of proposed developments on Council's roads, stormwater and other infrastructure
• Review development, building and plumbing applications and provide engineering advice within statutory timeframes
• Review engineering design plans and liaise with consultants on required changes
• Undertake compliance audits and inspections of development construction works
• Coordinate the finalisation of new subdivisions and strata developments
• Manage secondary applications, including driveway and stormwater approvals
• Build strong working relationships with developers, consultants and internal teams

About You

We are looking for someone who demonstrates, through behaviour, an alignment and an understanding of Our Values and has the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Bachelor of Engineering related to the tasks of the position
• Experience in infrastructure planning and development assessment, development compliance and/or civil design and construction
• Sound application of engineering and municipal legislation, standards and policies
• Experience supervising or managing contractors is desirable
• Strong self-awareness, with an ability to encourage open discussion and contributions from others
• Initiative, and a willingness to consider different ideas and perspectives

About the City of Launceston

The City of Launceston is Tasmania's largest council and an award-winning Employer of Choice. Launceston is deeply connected to our history and natural beauty, and will thrive as Northern Tasmania's economic, cultural, and culinary heart. With a commitment to diverse housing, sustainability, economic growth and innovation, we're building a city where people feel connected, businesses succeed, and the environment flourishes. Launceston is a place to live, work, play, visit and belong. Be part of a city shaping its future.

At the City of Launceston, diversity isn't just something we celebrate, it's key to our success. We're committed to creating an inclusive, flexible and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to something bigger: our community.

City of Launceston adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.

How to Apply:

If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please visit the careers page of our website at Careers - City of Launceston and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.

For further information specific to this role, please contact Richard Jamieson, Senior Leader City Development, on 0418 761 972, or [email protected]

Your application should include a Cover Letter, your current Resume and a statement (maximum two pages) addressing the highlighted Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description section of the Employment Information Pack. You must address the Selection Criteria to be eligible for interview.

Applications closing Tuesday, 28 July 2026