Developer Infrastructure Coordination Engineer

Please note: This position is being recruited through Core Talent. To apply for this position, please click here. Applications submitted through the Blacktown City Council website may not be considered.

Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 435,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community, and more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.

With $24.8 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 30,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.

Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Developer Infrastructure Coordination Engineer to join our Asset Planning and Support team on a permanent, full-time basis.

In this pivotal role, you will focus on supporting the development industry by preparing and managing Works In Kind (WIK) agreements and ensuring the timely delivery of essential infrastructure. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the North West Growth Sector, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to develop Council’s Annual Works Improvement Program and contribute to the long-term infrastructure delivery plan.

Your expertise will directly support Council’s Resourcing Strategy by integrating infrastructure planning with financial sustainability. This includes contributing to Asset Management Plans and aligning infrastructure delivery with the Long Term Financial Plan. You will also be involved in preparing Section 7.11 Contribution Plans, forecasting financial requirements, and maintaining Council’s Asset Register.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the community while working in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment!

Qualifications and experience
 

Essential:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience
• Knowledge and experience of S7.11 Contribution Plan and relevant legislation and regulations
• Extensive experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Current class C driver’s licence
• White card (general construction induction card)
• Knowledge and experience with the preparation of S7.11 works in kind and developer agreements
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating with external customers/stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of estimates for civil works.

Desirable:

• Understanding and knowledge of Local Government and other relevant legislation and procedures
• Knowledge in development application processes
• Experience in Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Project management and negotiation skills
• Solid understanding of Development from Greenfields to Urban form
• Knowledge in Development Control Plan
• Experience in site inspections and problem solving
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $2,092.02 per week
• 35-hour working week
• Car allowance
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety
 

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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If you have any enquiries, please contact Olivia Vince on 0406 560 343 or at olivia.vince@coretalent.com.au 

Closing date:           Friday 4 July 2025, 11.59 pm   

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