About the Role
This role provides technical and practical support for floodplain management including assisting with development assessments and addressing flooding and water sensitive urban design (WSUD) matters. It involves managing and contributing to floodplain projects, undertaking field inspections, and providing engineering advice, while supporting strategic planning.
The main duties of this position includes:
- Provide technical support to the Floodplain Management Program. This includes project management of Flood Studies, Flood Risk Management Studies and Flood Risk Management Plans and their implementation for the City in accordance with the NSW Government's Flood Prone Land Policy and the principles outlined in the NSW Flood Risk Management Manual (2023).
- Provide technical support for development application assessment and major projects in relation to flooding and WSUD issues.
- Provide technical support for grant management including project scoping, project timeline and budget monitoring and review, and grant reporting.
- Assist with strategic management of WSUD matters across the city.
- Liaise with appropriate internal and external stakeholders to ensure responsible parties are aware of their roles and deadlines.
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.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in Civil/Environmental Engineering or equivalent field
- Class C Driver's Licence.
- Proof of right to work in Australia.
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) 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.
- 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.
- Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
- Please outline your understanding of, and interest in, delivering the NSW Floodplain Management Program for the City.
- A primary purpose of the role is to provide engineering advice to development applications on flood prone land. Please outline your knowledge and experience in this context
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3203.
Applications Close: Sunday, 21 June 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Alexander Aronsson - Floodplain & Stormwater Coordinator - 02 4429 3280
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:
- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
