INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as ‘The Food Bowl of Australia’ as around 25% of the total value of Victoria’s agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

• Assess and review engineering plans for subdivisions, drainage, and roadworks to ensure compliance with relevant council standards and regulations.
• Supervise and inspect construction of approved development plans including monitoring of safe construction techniques and recording hold point and other inspections.
• Provide expert engineering advice to internal teams, developers, and stakeholders on infrastructure design and legal discharge points.
• Facilitate the asset handover processes, ensuring newly developed infrastructure is of high quality and suitable for long-term council maintenance.
• Respond to inquiries efficiently, maintaining strong communication with the community and stakeholders