Shoalhaven City Council

Floodplain Engineer

About the Role
This permanent, full time position will work within the Floodplain Management Unit of Council to provide technical expertise in floodplain engineering, water sensitive urban design (WSUD) and development assessment. Reporting Directly to the Lead - Floodplain Management, the primary purpose of this role is to:

• Provide technical advice and assessment of flood related information submitted with development applications including pre-lodgement advice.
• Provide technical advice and assessment of water sensitive urban design (WSUD) related information submitted with development applications and subdivision works certificates.
• Respond to community enquiries regarding flooding and stormwater quality matters.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 10, 11 or 12.

Grade 10 - $88,494 - $101,649 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

Grade 11 - $96,868 - $110,017 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

Grade 12 - $102,842 - $117,191 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

About You
The starting grade for this position shall be determined based on the applicant's experience as assessed against the Grade 10, Grade 11 and Grade 12 competencies listed below.

Progression from Grade 10 to Grade 12 is subject to competencies being met and increased responsibilities and complexity of tasks being undertaken or managed.

To be successful in this position, you will possess:

• Civil or Environmental Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Class C Driver's License.
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa).

Grade 10

• Completed tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, environmental engineering, flood risk management, or relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (approx. 0-3 years) within a floodplain management, civil engineering or project management environment, with working knowledge of flood modelling and investigations, and WSUD.

Grade 11

• Completed tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, environmental engineering, flood risk management, or relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (approx. 3-5 years) within a floodplain management, civil engineering or project management environment, with working knowledge of flood modelling and investigations, WSUD and civil infrastructure design.

Grade 12

• Completed tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, environmental engineering, flood risk management, or relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (5 years and above) within; floodplain management or civil engineering; a project management environment; and working knowledge of flood modelling and investigations, WSUD, flood risk management and civil infrastructure design and assessment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the engineering assessment of development applications.

How to Apply

Contact: Mark Stone - Lead - Floodplain Management - 4429 3354

Applications Close: Wednesday 28 May (at midnight)

You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume and cover letter and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold relevant to this position.
3. Please describe your experience in engineering assessment of development applications for flooding and WSUD.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Medical (Low Risk) in addition to Reference Checks. Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• Access to financial advice and guidance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace