Technical Officer (2627) – Communities and Environment - Permanent Full Time
About Us
Livingstone Shire sits along the stunning Capricorn Coast, covering 11,776 square kilometres and home to nearly 41,000 residents. Since its formation in 2013, Council has grown into a values-driven organisation with around 400 staff committed to delivering for our community.
Our region is known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant community spirit. It’s a place where connection matters, and where nature and opportunity live side by side.
Council’s culture is built on Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential, and Positivity; values that guide how we work and how we lead.
Our vision is to be A prosperous region for families, business, and future generations. We are committed to creating a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive community where people thrive, nature is protected, and innovation drives progress.
Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:
- Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
- Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
- Efficiency in Delivery - Streamlined processes, elimination of red tape, and smart resource allocation to maximise value for ratepayers and opportunity for Business diversity and growth.
- Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating opportunity to protect and value Livingstone’s natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.
The Role
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a stunning coastal location? We’re looking for a motivated and reliable qualified and experienced Technical Officer to join our Planning and Development team. You will play a key role in supporting Council’s direction by providing development assessment services for a broad range of development related works.
What you’ll be doing:
- Assessing development applications and preparing responses in line with Council’s business rules and statutory requirements.
- Conducting site inspections for contributed assets, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Providing engineering advice to the Development Assessment team on contributed assets through Operational Works.
- Liaising with government departments, consultants, contractors, and the public on operational works issues.
- Offering guidance on Building Over or Near Relevant Infrastructure (BONRI).
- Assisting with asset data verification and maintain GIS integrity.
- Undertake compliance-related investigations and maintain accurate records.
About You:
We’re looking for a proactive leader with:
- Strong knowledge of relevant Local Government operations and legislative framework, particularly in relation to the Planning Act.
- Experience in development applications, planning and municipal infrastructure delivery.
- Ability to plan workloads, meet deadline and provide quality customer services.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Council systems.
Mandatory Requirements to be successful in this position:
- Qualifications relevant to the duties of the position (e.g. Associate Diploma of Engineering Civil) and/or significant experience in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure works;
- Possess Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and
- Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver’s licence.
Benefits
- Annual Salary $94,341 (QLGIA Stream A - Level 5).
- Plus 12% superannuation.
- Enjoy a coastal lifestyle in the beautiful Livingstone Shire.
- 9-day fortnight – balance your career and life;
- Salary Packaging options – customise your salary, your way;
- Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Work in a Values driven organisation;
- Positive safety culture – See. Stop. Report.
To apply for this position please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume and any relevant qualifications/tickets or licences.
Applications close Monday, 2 February 2026 at midnight (AEST).
Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.