Parkes Shire Council

Health and Building Surveyor

• Be part of Parkes' exciting journey with the development of the Special Activation Precinct (SAP) and Parkes Bypass.
• Join us in shaping the growth and future of our community
• Enjoy a competitive salary circa $90,400 - $104,000 plus super and a host of great benefits
• Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that promotes continuous learning and career development

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised, collaborative and results-focused Health and Building Surveyor to join our team and support the Manager Building Certification within the Planning and Community Services team.

The Health & Building Surveyor will carry out all aspects of building development and certification within the scope of their accreditation. They will carry out assessment and approvals under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and the Local Government Act 1993 and carry out various environmental health functions within the Parkes Shire including dealing with food business inspection and other environmental health roles.

More information about the role can be found in the Health and Building Surveyor Position Description.

About You

To excel in this role you will bring:

• Building Surveyor/Inspector Registration
  • Unrestricted; or
  • Restricted - all classes of buildings; or
  • Restricted - class 1 and 10 buildings
• Qualifications in Building Surveying or due to achieve this qualification within 12 months.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to foster working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to research and analyse issues and be able to identify problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Current and maintained SafeWork NSW Construction Certificate (White Card).
• Current and maintained NSW Drivers Licence.
• Advanced computer and software skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within and across different departments.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, including a proven ability to set priorities, plan and organise workloads, and balance competing priorities to achieve specific objectives in the most efficient way possible, within the resources available. 
• Current and maintained NSW Driver’s Licence.
• Current and maintained SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card).

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Local Government experience.
• Knowledge of the role, functions, and responsibilities of Local Government. 
• Knowledge and experience in assessment of complex development applications and strategic planning projects.

Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

The role has been evaluated as being Grade 15of the Council's salary structure and offers a competitive salary circa $90,400 - $104,000 (depending on skills and experience) plus super and salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.

Benefits of working at Council include:

• 35 hour working week and fortnightly rostered day Off (RDO)
• Leaseback Motor Vehicle for both private and business use
• Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellness days off per year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation assistance includes 40% reimbursement of removalist costs upon commencement and a further 40% reimbursement after 18 months of service. 
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development.  We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.

Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community.  As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver.  We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community. 

We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.

For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!