Applications Close on Monday, 21 September 2026
- Advance your career in municipal engineering with this all around role
- Permanent Full time role
- Starting wage $87,176 per annum
- 15% Employer Superannuation
Applicants for this position will also be considered for the Technical Officer – Works role.
Who are we?
The Huon Valley Council is the southernmost local government area in Australia. The area retains a beauty, charm and heritage-like feel whilst being progressive, innovative and creative, and is only a 30-minute drive from Hobart. Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to improve the quality of life for the people of the Huon Valley by investing in a dynamic, sustainable and equitable future. We believe people who display our Values of Safety, Integrity, Team Work, Service Excellence, and Continuous Improvement are great employees. We are a forward thinking organisation responding to the unique and changing needs of our community and people.
The Role
As the Technical Officer – Engineering you will:
- Provide technical and administrative support across Infrastructure area
- Assist with fieldwork, including surveying and engineering project support
- Coordinate regulatory approvals impacting Council’s infrastructure
- Respond to customer enquiries and investigate complaints relating to Council infrastructure
What You will Bring:
To thrive in this role, you will have the following:
- Completion of a relevant qualification and/or relevant practical experience
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply engineering regulations, standards, and codes
- Strong customer service and communication skills, including conflict resolution and negotiation
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently, set priorities, and meet deadlines
What’s on offer
- Be part of a growing community, set amongst the Huon Valley’s rivers, forests, and coastline, 30 minutes from Hobart
- A team culture built on improvement and working together
- Monthly rostered days off, plus flexible working arrangements
- Backing to grow, with personalised development plans and ongoing learning
How to Apply
Does this sound like you?
To be considered for this role your application must include a resume and short-form application addressing why you are the right candidate for this role. The recruitment process includes video interviews and psychometric testing. The preferred candidate will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check.
Applications that fail to address the shortform application will not be considered.
For further information on this position, including a position description, visit www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/jobs or contact Jen Mathias, Assistant Manager Technical Services, on (03) 6264 0300.