Current Employment Opportunities

Technical Officer Engineering

Are you looking for a role where your Technical Officer Engineering experience contributes to positive outcomes for the Community?

We are a progressive and proactive diverse organisation that prides itself on a respectful and supportive workplace.

Nestled within Tasmania’s green heart, Meander Valley Council is not just a place to live and work; it’s a space to grow, build and thrive together.

The uniqueness of our municipality provides an exciting opportunity where you will be responsible for the preparation of design drawings, specifications, and project plans relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of Council infrastructure (including roads, footpaths, bridges and stormwater drainage). The Technical Officer Engineering works closely with Engineering team members to deliver engineering solutions which best serve Council and the community.

You will have an Advanced Diploma in civil engineering with at least five years relevant work experience. Experience working on infrastructure projects for the local government sector will be highly regarded but is not essential.

This position is offered on a permanent full time basis. Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills and experience within a range of $71,157 to $85,539 plus 14.5% Superannuation, in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Learn More:

Job Specification & Position Description - Technical Officer Engineering

Application Form - Technical Officer Engineering

If you would like more information about this opportunity please contact David Murray, Director Infrastructure Services on 6393 5340 or email: david.murray@mvc.tas.gov.au

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a cover letter
  • current resume
  • a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of two pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email to: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close: Friday 26 April 2024 at 9.00am,

However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.


Town Planner

A fantastic opportunity exists for an experienced Town Planner to join our successful planning team in a new additional position.

In this Town Planner role, you will work within a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and have a primary focus on statutory planning with the ability to participate in strategic planning projects.

If you are ambitious, this role represents an outstanding career opportunity to further your professional development through exposure to both urban and regional planning. This rewarding role offers a varied and interesting scope of work, working closely with the broader Development and Regulatory Services and Infrastructure Services teams.

You will have completed a tertiary qualification in Town Planning, with demonstrated experience in statutory planning and eligibility for membership with PIA (Planning Institute of Australia).

This position is offered on a permanent full-time basis. Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills and experience within a range of $88,291 to $97,545 plus 14.5% Superannuation, in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Assistance with relocation expenses is available and will be determined with the successful candidate (if applicable).

Other benefits include:

  • A 19 day month, allowing for a rostered day off to full time employees.
  • Up to one hour per month health and wellbeing activity leave.
  • Four hours per six month period volunteering activity leave.
  • Long service leave is based on 10 years continuous service, with pro rata access after seven years of continuous service.
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Learn More:

Job Specification & Position Description - Town Planner

Application Form - Town Planner

If you have any questions please contact Natasha Whiteley , Team Leader Town Planning on 03 6393 5344 or email natasha.whiteley@mvc.tas.gov.au

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a cover letter
  • current resume
  • a copy of your relevant qualification
  • a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of two pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email to: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close:

Friday 26 April 2024 at 5pm. However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.


Civil Engineer

Nestled within Tasmania’s green heart, Meander Valley Council is not just a place to live and work; it’s a space to grow, build and thrive together.

Meander Valley Council welcomes applications for the role of Civil Engineer to join our dedicated and collaborative Infrastructure team. The Civil Engineer is responsible for the preparation of design drawings, specifications, and project plans relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of Council infrastructure (including roads, footpaths, bridges and stormwater drainage) which is directed by Council’s Asset Management Strategy.

The Civil Engineer will have completed a bachelor degree (or higher) in civil engineering and will work closely with other officers in the Engineering Team in delivering engineering solutions which best serve Council and the community.

Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills and experience within a range of $75,077 to $88,291, plus 14.5% Superannuation, in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

Other benefits include:

  • A 19 day month, allowing for a rostered day off to full time employees.
  • Up to one hour per month health and wellbeing activity leave.
  • Four hours per six month period volunteering activity leave.
  • Long service leave is based on 10 years continuous service, with pro rata access after seven years of continuous service.
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Learn More:

Job Specification & Position Description - Civil Engineering

Application Form - Civil Engineering

If you would like more information about this opportunity please contact David Murray, Director Infrastructure Services on 6393 5340 or email: david.murray@mvc.tas.gov.au

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a cover letter
  • resume
  • a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of three pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email for the attention of the Human Resources Officer: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close:

Friday 26 April 2024 at 9am. However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.


Team Leader Engineering

A great opportunity has arisen for a Team Leader Engineering to manage a team of dedicated engineers and technical officers. You will oversee the project planning and the management, development and approval of designs and specifications relating to civil engineering work for both construction and maintenance of council infrastructure.

Reporting into the Director Infrastructure Services, this role will have responsibility for leading a team of engineering and technical staff whilst providing high quality, responsive and customer focused delivery of services.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing infrastructure projects, including coordinating employees and contractors during the life of the projects.
  • Providing strategic and technical input and support on projects and operational matters.
  • Approving designs and specifications prepared by employees and contractors.
  • Assisting with the review and implementation of council strategic direction, policy, plans and procedures that relate to council’s infrastructure.
  • Leading and managing a highly engaged team of engineering and technical employees.

The role provides the opportunity to work on infrastructure for the community in urban areas, regional townships and rural catchments which provides for an interesting and varied scope of work.

About You:

You will showcase your technical expertise and leadership skills. To be successful in this role you will possess tertiary qualifications in civil engineering and bring extensive experience to the table. You will be able to apply a wide range of engineering and project management techniques whilst, leading, managing and mentoring the team. As a strong written and verbal communicator, you will be able to solve problems with a high level of customer service and a “can-do” attitude.

This position is offered on a permanent full-time basis. Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills, and experience up to within the range $104,840 to $116,678, subject to applicant’s qualification, skills and experience. Plus 14.5% Superannuation, in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement. This opportunity provides work/life balance, as well training, development and professional growth tailored to your personal career goals.

Assistance with relocation expenses is available and will be determined with the successful candidate (if applicable).

Learn More:

Job Specification & Position Description - Team Leader Engineering

Application Form - Team Leader Engineering

If you would like more information about this opportunity please contact David Murray, Director Infrastructure Services on 6393 5340 or email: david.murray@mvc.tas.gov.au

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a cover letter
  • resume
  • a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of three pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email for the attention of the Human Resources Officer: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close:

Friday 26 April 2024 at 9am. However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.


Environmental Health Officer

Meander Valley Council are seeking an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) to join our dedicated Environmental Health team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified EHO looking to further their professional knowledge and experience. A cadetship or graduate position can be considered for a student studying towards an environmental health qualification.

As a regional Council, the range of work you will undertake in the Meander Valley will be varied across a range of functions to ensure environmental health requirements are met under the relevant legislation. These functions include food business and public health risk activity regulation, water quality monitoring, coordination of immunisation programs, assessment of mass outdoor public events such as Agfest, Deloraine Craft Fair and annual music festivals, private burial and exhumations approvals, assessment of onsite wastewater designs (including dairy wastewater management), nuisance regulation, customer service across all environment health functions and providing environmental health advice regarding planning and development applications.

You will have a qualification in environmental health (or working towards attaining such) sufficient to satisfy appointment as an Authorised Officer under the Food Act 2003 and Public Health Act 1997. (View: EHA Accredited Courses).

This position is offered on a permanent full time basis (a part time arrangement would also be considered). Annual salary will be negotiated subject to applicant’s qualification, skills, and experience up to $85,539 (pro-rata for part time), Plus 14.5% Superannuation, in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

Assistance with relocation expenses is available and will be determined with the successful candidate (if applicable).

Learn More:

Job Specification & Position Description - Environmental Health Officer

Application Form - Environmental Health Officer

If you have any questions please contact Madeline McKinnell, Team Leader Environmental Health on 6393 5354 or email: madeline.mckinnell@mvc.tas.gov.au

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a cover letter
  • current resume
  • a copy of your relevant qualification or most recent transcript (if studying)
  • a statement addressing each of the selection criteria (maximum of two pages)

Applications are to be submitted by email to: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close:

Friday 26 April 2024 at 5.00pm. However, Council may proceed with interviewing prior to this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.