About the role

As a Stormwater and Sustainable Design Officer at Yarra Ranges Council, you will provide expert guidance in stormwater management and sustainable design, leading the assessment of development applications. You’ll help drive improvements in the design, construction and operation of Council infrastructure, contributing specialist insight to planning services, capital works and stormwater investigations. You will also support Business Continuity and Emergency Management activities to help the organisation respond effectively during times of crisis.

This is a full-time temporary 12 month role (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 6 role with a salary range between $98,432 and $107,292 per annum, plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us

• Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.
• 20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning, study assistance and menstrual and menopause leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.
• Novated lease vehicle options.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

• Maintains effectiveness during major changes by adapting to new responsibilities, processes, and work environments.
• Actively seeks out learning opportunities and applies newly gained knowledge and skills in daily work.
• Makes informed decisions by analysing issues, comparing information, and selecting actions aligned with facts and likely outcomes.
• Takes proactive action to achieve objectives and pursue goals beyond basic requirements.
• Plans and organises work efficiently to ensure tasks are completed in a structured and timely manner.
• Completes tasks with strong attention to detail, checking work carefully and monitoring quality over time.
• Applies solid technical and professional knowledge while staying current with developments in relevant fields.
• Sets and upholds high work standards by taking responsibility for outcomes and striving for excellence.
• Performs physical tasks safely and effectively, including accessing and moving through challenging outdoor environments, with pre-employment medical assessments used to confirm capacity where required.
• Degree in Civil Engineering. Similar qualifications will also be considered.
• Great organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate confidently with diverse customers. If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply Now’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Contact person: Joby Thomas, Coordinator Stormwater Engineering, (03) 9294 6793

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected] using the subject line: Stormwater and Sustainable Design Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check, Working with Children Check, and Medical Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.