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Form of work
Our client is a well established team of over 100 skilled and passionate senior managers, project managers, auditors, engineers, Access Consultants, building surveyors and technical specialists.
They boast some of the largest projects across Australia, particularly for government and the health industries. They have an exceptionally strong work pipeline and strong reputation for quality work to match.
With offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Gold Coast, they are one of Australia’s largest multi-disciplinary consulting companies with a unique role available in their team.
There is a relocation package on offer for this opportunity.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking an Access Consultant to join their Brisbane team. This role would be a hybrid position with ability to work from home 2 days per week and adopt a mature approach to managing project requirements and outcomes. There is also a relocation package on offer for the right candidate if you are looking to move from interstate and capitalise on Brisbane's booming project market.
Working with a collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to work on a comprehensive range and scale of projects. This role will allow you to establish yourself in a company offering unlimited professional development opportunities while building professional relationships and building a strong client base. You will enjoy the benefit utilising your knowledge base and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing physical environments to identify barriers and obstacles for individuals with disabilities.
- Reviewing architectural plans and designs to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and regulations.
- Generating detailed reports outlining areas of non-compliance and proposed solutions.
- Regularly reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of implemented accessibility features.
- Making adjustments and improvements based on feedback and evolving accessibility standards.
- Engaging in continuous learning to stay informed about advancements in accessible design and disability accommodations.
- Networking with other accessibility professionals, disability advocates, and industry experts.
- Prior strong experience as an Access Consultant with a strong preference to commercial projects, with appropriate accreditation.
- Detailed understanding of statutory requirements and regulations of Queensland, in addition to the National Construction Code and associated Australian Standards.
- Tertiary qualification in Access Consulting and/or Architecture
