Building Compliance Officer

• A workplace of positive people and ideas
• A position that’s professionally rewarding
• Full Time, Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity

As part of the Regulatory Services Program the Development Compliance Officer provides the effective and efficient delivery of Council’s compliance functions and provides specialist building code and building related legislative advice to internal and external customers.

In this exciting and diverse role, you will see yourself:

• Providing professional Building Compliance services by undertaking development inspections in the CBD and North Adelaide
• Undertake detailed high-quality inspections of existing buildings and buildings under construction in accordance with the current City of Adelaide Building Inspection Policy.
• Assisting in public awareness of the development process and the associated legislative requirements.
• Implementing appropriate, timely responses to dangerous structures and emergency situations.
• Attending to appeal matters, including preparation of evidence documents and Court appearances.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated ability to assess and analyse Building Compliance matters and determine solutions in an effective and timely manner.
• High level of written and oral communication with report writing skills desirable
• Ability to work in an open, collaborative project-based environment and communicate and assist people to manage work and resources across a range of projects/tasks
• Demonstrated ability to assess and analyse Building Compliance matters and determine solutions in an effective and timely manner.
• High professional ethics and a commitment to internal and external customers demonstrated through the provision of timely, reliable, and expert advice on development compliance matters.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships to consult, negotiate and communicate with all staff, government agencies, stakeholders and the community, both verbally and in writing.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Building Rules as defined in the Development Act 1993 and the Planning Development & Infrastructure Act 2016. 

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

To find out what makes our people proud please watch this video.

The Regulatory Services Program facilitates safer places for all to enjoy, provides easy access for those who visit and move around our City, and makes the experience of doing business with the City of Adelaide a pleasure.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Marc Lucas on 8203 7378.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Marc Lucas - Team Leader, Building & Environmental Services.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close 11:59pm, Wednesday 13th March 2024.

Please be advised this is a permanent full-time opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 5 Classification commencing between $91,537 to $97,044 + 11% superannuation.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and people living with disability to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 73***or ***********@cityofadelaide.com.au. Please note applications submitted via this e-mail will not be accepted.