Unitywater operates in one of Australia’s most exceptional environments in terms of natural beauty, geographical and demographic breadth. Proudly providing safe and reliable water to customers in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa, we are a water utility serving one of the fastest growing regions in the country.
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About the Role
As Development Team Leader you will provide strong leadership and technical direction to ensure the efficient and compliant delivery of development Connection Approvals for water and sewerage services that support growth across the Unitywater region.
Leading a team of Development Officers and Inspectors, you will oversee Building Over and Adjacent Asset and development Connection Applications from pre-lodgement through to off-maintenance, provides strategic and practical advice, and works closely with internal teams, developers, consultants and regulators to deliver customer-focused outcomes while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
This is a full-time position based at our Maroochydore Office.
About the Team
Unitywater is undergoing a period of significant growth, driven by major infrastructure investment to support sustainable development across our region. The development Services team manages the process of connecting new developments to their water and sewer networks. This includes assessing applications, ensuring compliance with standards, and facilitating the connection process for developers. They also help developers navigate the complex approval process and ensure the safety of their water supply.
About you:
Our One Unitywater behaviours - Create the Future, Care Together, and Own It – define how we work together at Unitywater. To contribute to this, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
- An experienced people leader with a background in the development industry and water and sewerage infrastructure
- Relevant industry qualifications such as a qualification or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering,.
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation, standards, policies and approval processes
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop technical professionals
- Confident communicator who can translate complex technical information into clear advice
- Demonstrated experience engaging with and negotiating outcomes with a range of stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, customer-focused approach
- Committed to safety, continuous improvement and living the One Unitywater behaviours of Create the Future, Care Together and Own It
We are committed to fostering a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, where you feel connected, are safe to be yourself and supported to be the best version of yourself.
As a Unitywater team member you will enjoy a range of benefits:
- Flexibility: We value flexibility and support work-life balance with hybrid and flexible working, purchase annual leave and access to floating public holidays. Tell us what this looks like for you!
- Wellbeing: We offer several initiatives to support your wellbeing, such as: discounted private health insurance, salary packaging, employee assistance program, and access to discounts and benefits from a range of retailers.
- Learning and Development: We understand the importance of learning and offer a range of opportunities to feed your curiosity such as: Walk on Country with Traditional Custodians, study assistance, and access to a dedicated learning program and professional memberships.
- Extras: We understand the importance of connection and support you to care together by offering access to employee network groups focused on First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTIQ+, CALD, Gender, Life stage diversity, and accessibility.
- We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
- We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and Australian Disability Network.
- We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up-to-date resume. Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship for international candidates.
If you’re successful we will need you to undergo a few checks…. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to confirm your right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening.
Applications close: COB Friday 6th February 2026
For further information please contact the Careers team at careers@unitywater.com