Logan Water have an exciting opportunity for a full time, permanant Senior Assessment Engineer in our Water Development Services Program. This position reports directly to the Assessment Team Leader. Logan is experiencing a high level of growth and it is expected that this will continue for years to come.  This role is critical in ensuring that the design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure undertaken by the development industry is to the highest standard. 

Responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):   

• Assessing the water and wastewater engineering components of new development proposals.
• Providing engineering advice and recommending development conditions.
• Negotiating and preparing infrastructure and tankering agreements.
• Conducting design reviews of water and sewerage drawings for developer delivered infrastructure works
• Providing professional and specialist advice on the water and sewerage standards.
• Negotiating with stakeholders in a clear and effective manner to achieve solutions and value-focused outcomes.

To be successful in this position, applicants must have:

• Possession of a tertiary qualifications in Engineering, acceptable for Engineers Australia Membership at the grade of Member.
• Demonstrated understanding of water supply and wastewater infrastructure systems through exposure to any combination of the phases of infrastructure planning, design, construction and/or operations.
• Exposure to the development of conditions in areas such as land development, technical specifications, contract documents, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of the relevant standards and products of the South East Queensland Water Supply and Sewerage Design and Construction Code would be well regarded.

For more detailed information on the requirements of the role, please refer to the position description, by clicking HERE. 

Who we are 

We’re a contemporary local government organisation entering an exciting new phase. We’re moving forward with purpose and fresh energy, with a focus on delivering exceptional services and value for money – with heart. We care about the community we serve and we care about each other. When you work with us, we want you to feel valued, and to understand your role and how your work contributes to the bigger picture. 

The community we serve 

The City of Logan is a proud, grassroots community, filled with mavericks, makers and innovators. Here, neighbourly love is strong; environmental and business values run deep; and culture, heritage and diversity is our DNA. 

About Logan Water 

At Logan Water our vision is RELIABLE, SUSTAINABLE, COMMITTED. Our mandate is to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services for the benefit of the Logan Community. Logan Water is in an exciting transformational phase, bringing to life a new service model designed to optimise and modernise end to end service delivery, centrally coordinated from our state-of-the-art Integrated Service Hub (ISH). We are seeking the absolute best to join our team in a variety of key field-based positions aligned to our new, integrated ways of working.   

What we offer

• Full-time hours worked over a 9-day (72.5hr) fortnight - that's an extra 22 days off each year!
• Salary from $103,310.05/ year + Super (Stream A, Level 7.1)
• Generous 12% superannuation contribution, after 12months of service 
• Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/ life balance
• Salary Packaging options     
• Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/ life balance  
• Active Social Club   
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities   
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Interested?

If you would still like some more information about the role then send our hiring manager, Daniel O'brien an email at danielo’brien@logan.qld.gov.au 

To express your interest in this role, please click on 'APPLY ONLINE'. Ensure to to attach your Resume and a Cover Letter outlining your relevant skills and experience in support of your application by the closing date of Tuesday 3rd October 2023 

Applications may be used to appoint to similar vacancies for a specified period up to 12 months after the closing date of the initial vacancy.   

Thank you for considering joining the City of Logan. We cannot wait to learn more about you!    

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