Position Requirements
Important
When applying for this position, you must address the questions listed in the criteria.
Your response to the following questions will be used as part
of the process for shortlisting applicants for interview and
it is strongly recommended that you provide responses to these questions.
Essential Criteria
| 1. Tertiary Qualifications in building surveying, building compliance or related discipline and 3 Years or more demonstrated relevant experience |
| 2. Registered Building Surveyor with NSW Fair Trading – restricted all classes of buildings (formerly A2 |
| 3. Knowledge and understanding of local government building regulation, development |
| 4. Control, swimming pool safety and protection of the environment functions and services |
| 5. Sound knowledge of the regulatory functions within the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, Swimming Pools Act 1992, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, Food Act 2003 |
| 6. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships |
| 7. Ability to exercise delegation of authority and to operate effectively with limited direct supervision |
| 8. Ability to thoroughly research, assess and determine regulatory matters, negotiate, and develop solutions to achieve satisfactory outcomes |
| 9. Always holds a valid Class C drivers’ licence |
| 10. Demonstrated computer literacy skills |
| 11. High quality communication and report writing skills |
| 12. Demonstrated commitment to customer service |
| 13. Knowledge and commitment to EEO, WH&S and the principles for a culturally diverse society |
| 14. Commitment to ethics, probity and transparency in decision making |
Desirable Criteria
| 1. Post Graduate qualifications in building surveying, civil or structural engineering or related discipline |
| 2. Demonstrated mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills |
| 3. Advanced skills in use of Microsoft software programs and Council property type information and land management systems |
| 4. Extensive knowledge and experience in preparation of statements and evidence for Court matters and representing Council in Court. |
| 5. Registered Building Surveyor with NSW Fair Trading – unrestricted all classes of buildings (formerly A1). |