Address- Permanent full time position
- Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Supportive and vibrant team environment
We have an exciting opportunity within Planning, Building and Laws department for a Construction Management Officer.
The Planning, Building & Laws department comprises of Development Planning, BPi and Municipal Laws & Public Assets. Each team within the department manages an area of approvals, registration, and statutory compliance.
The Department takes a customer service driven approach to managing the development of the city, protection of amenity and support to residents, businesses, and visitors.
Your role:
- To efficiently and effectively deliver a construction related Local Law permits service
- This extends to permit related inspections and the management of information and financials relevant to permits issued including maintenance of all permits and permit registers (statutory or otherwise) that impact on the building environment
- Provide effective evaluation, delivery and monitoring off statutory permits and enforcement for Municipal Laws – Construction Management.
Skills, experience and qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Construction Local Law or construction industry/built environment
- Industry White Card (essential)
- Developed written and oral communication skills and the ability to present and negotiate effectively with stakeholders.
- Excellent negotiation and networking skills with the ability to influence the environment on building related matters through networks
- Local knowledge of roads, related pedestrian and traffic density, buildings in the neighbourhood and construction requirements for road space and experience in traffic management legislation, procedures, and requirements.
- Experience in appraisal of temporary structures, scaffold, gantries, prescribed temporary structures and Local Law Permits
- Demonstrated ability to exercise personal judgement and decision making when undertaking enforcement – NTC’s / Infringements
- Project Management skills (desirable)
Mandatory Pre-employment screening:
- COVID 19 Vaccination Certificate
- Current Driver's Licence
How to apply:
For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below to discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Ellie Molinaro - Asset Protection and Construction Management Team Leader on (03) 9490 4*** or Kimberley Cole - Senior Construction Management Officer on 94337 755 for a confidential conversation.
To apply for this position, please include your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close: Sunday 26 May 2024 at 11.45PM
Why Choose Banyule City Council
Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.
Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email **********@banyule.vic.gov.au.
Our Values: Our employees align their career with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.
We offer.
- Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements
- Monthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
- Study assistance (permanent employees)
- Award-winning learning and development opportunities
- Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport
Diversity Statement Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the wellbeing of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.
Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the regions history.
Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation and committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: In accordance with Banyule's Covid-19 Vaccination Policy, this position requires you to be vaccinated against Covid-19. If your application is successful and you are shortlisted for this role, you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status.
