Floodplain Engineer

3X Permanent Full Time – 35 hours, 5 days per week
Salary: $99,858.23 to $109,419.10 pa + 11.5% super +3.5% Civil Liability Allowance

ABOUT US

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities as we are on an exciting journey to become Sydney’s third CBD and one of the fastest growing regions over the next decade.

With the construction of Western Sydney Airport and the development of Liverpool`s city centre as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, there has never been a more exciting time to work in Liverpool City. Liverpool is experiencing significant growth from urban release development and from redevelopment in established areas as it continues to provide outstanding levels of service to its wonderfully diverse community.

 ABOUT THE ROLE

An opportunity has arisen within Council’s Floodplain and Water Management team for three (3) Floodplain Engineer positions.

This position is responsible for undertaking assessment of development applications (DA) and planning proposals on flood prone lands and provide appropriate technical advice to ensure occupation and development on flood prone lands complies with Council’s Flood Policy and the NSW Government’s Flood Prone Land Policy. Additionally, the role is responsible for undertaking flood study, floodplain risk management study and floodplain risk management plan, investigation, planning and development of designs for stormwater infrastructure and flood mitigation projects.

The position will contribute to the delivery and implementation of floodplain risk management initiatives, principally the LGAwide Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans to manage risks associated with flood liable land and protect the community and the environment from adverse impacts of flooding.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will have:

• Qualifications in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Class C Drivers License 
• Demonstrated experience in the assessment of development applications, planning proposals, major residential and commercial developments from stormwater and floodplain risk management perspective.
• Proven experience in hydrologic, hydraulic and water quality models with respect to latest Australian standards.  
• Proven experience in project management for undertaking flood studies, floodplain risk management studies and plans through engagement and management of specialist consultants, within budget, time and quality standards.  
• Proven experience in project management for the design of flood mitigation and stormwater infrastructure projects through engagement and management of specialist consultants and grant administration. 
• Demonstrated experience in catchment investigation, analysis and selection of flood mitigation and drainage treatment options, assessment, analysis and prioritisation of projects for short and long term project delivery program. 
• Proven experience in the management of consultants and contractors, experience in working with managers, staff and stakeholders to resolve high priority, and often sensitive and complex matters. 
• Sound written communication skills including the ability to prepare correspondence, reports and submissions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.)
• Flexible working arrangements, including working from home and various council offices.
• Ability to accrue up to 2 days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (Note: this is in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave per year).
• Free parking is available nearby, with subsidised parking also on offer.
• Access to a Fitness Passport membership
• Internal professional Learning and Development.

For further information about the position please contact Maruf Hossain, Coordinator Floodplain and Water Management on 8711 7650. 

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.