Construction Enforcement Officer
Temporary - Full Time (Flexible) until June 2025
Band 5 - $78,448.84 - $90,891.22 per annum (pro rata) + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)
NOTE: The core days are Monday to Friday. This position requires the incumbent to perform after hours 'on call' and weekend work on a rotating roster. Penalty rates apply.
The Construction Enforcement Permits Officer position sits within the Compliance & Parking Services Branch which provides a high level of customer service within the municipality, balancing community needs and safety as a priority. The role specifically sits within the Construction Enforcement unit which deals with the building and development industry within the municipality.
You will:
- Actively undertake patrols of the Municipality and perform both reactive and proactive inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with Council’s General Local Law and permits, Road Management Act, Environment Protection Act, Planning and Environment Act and other relevant legislation.
- Ensure public safety is maintained where works are being undertaken on or adjacent to any Council Land.
- Have a proven ability to conduct investigations, instigate appropriate enforcement action, conduct interviews of those involved and present this evidence in a Court of law.
You will also be required to build and maintain a professional working relationship with all stakeholders and exhibit, respect, teamwork and innovation to improve productivity and efficiency whilst performing your key duties.
Yarra City Council is an exciting and progressive Organisation. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and the development of our staff.
For further information see the position description or contact Chris Harrison - Team Leader Construction Enforcement via chris.harrison@yarracity.vic.gov.au
901530 - Construction Enforcement Officer - Position Description.docx
Applications close on Monday 25th November at 11:55pm.
In your application, the selection panel will assess your CV against the technical skills, abilities, and qualifications of the Position Description.
*This position is subject to satisfactory (Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment) prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
