Package: $88,424.86 - $97,604.50 + 11.5% Super (Grade 10 of the SMRC Salary System 2024-2025)

Position Description: Building Certifier 

Applications close 11:59pm, Wednesday 23 October 2024

About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW.  From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer.  With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River, and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 450 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.  

About the Role: 

•  Act as a Certifier on behalf of Council to assess and inspect construction, determine construction, occupation and complying development certificate applications and undertake building certification tasks ensuring compliance with the relevant Acts, Regulations, Council Policies and Codes and within the limitations of the delegations of authority and level of accreditation held relevant to the position.
• Undertake plumbing and drainage assessments and inspections including on-site effluent management systems ensuring compliance with the relevant Acts, Regulations, Council Policies and Codes and within the limitations of the delegations of authority relevant to the position.
• Undertake inspections and assessments of Building Information Certificates and determine those applications/certificates ensuring compliance with the relevant Acts, Regulations, Council Policies and Codes and within the limitations of the delegations of authority relevant to the position.
• Meet with applicants and, where appropriate, mediate a satisfactory outcome in accordance with the relevant legislation, Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.
• To ensure that newly erected, altered and existing buildings have the appropriate certification for all essential fire safety measures pursuant to the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation.
• Participate in internal meetings such as Development Control Unit with other assessment and professional staff.
• Investigate, carry out, document and represent Council on any illegal non-compliances and unauthorised land uses for breaches of the Local Government Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Building Code of Australia within the limitations of the delegations of authority relevant to the position.
• Undertake assessments of different types of applications under relevant legislation including but not limited to Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the Local Government Act 1993, Swimming Pools Act within the limitations of the delegations of authority relevant to the position.
• Promptly and accurately register and record all correspondence and documentation including emails into Council’s electronic Records Management System.
• Respond to verbal and written requests for advice from applicants and the public concerning development and certification matters relevant to the role, including participation in daily counter enquiry and telephone enquiry roster in a confidential manner.
• Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
• Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
• Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions

About You: 

To be successful in this role you will have:

1. Tertiary qualification in Building Surveying or equivalent and hold a current registration as a Building Surveyor A3 (all classes of building). 
2. Demonstrated knowledge of legislative requirements and experience in performing the role of a practicing Building Certifier. 
3. Understanding of Plumbing and Drainage Act
4. Working knowledge of all Windows and Microsoft Office products. 
5. Strong oral and written communication skills 
6. Excellent customer service philosophy allowing the position to deal effectively with a diverse range of clients and situations. 
7. Knowledge and understanding of the principals of EEO and WHS 
8. Ability to consistently produce quality work to agreed deadlines 
9. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and provide leadership/mentoring to other Registered Certifiers in the team. 
10. Demonstrated experience in providing effective quality customer service as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
11. Current Class C drivers licence 

Desirable criteria:

1. A solid working knowledge of the background fundamentals of the development industry including health, building, planning and subdivision processes.
2. Working knowledge of "On-Site" Sewage Management Systems OSSM" 
3. Working knowledge of the "Planning for Bushfire" requirements 

How to Apply:

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description.

Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role.  You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.

Enquiries 

For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
Email: careers@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au
Ph: 1300 345 345

At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.

Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.