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Form of workCumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.
Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.
Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe Environmental and Development Services team monitor public health related businesses who provide food and beauty services to the community, along with places of public access such as public swimming pools, making sure they are safe for the Cumberland Council residents. This team is also responsible for regulating compliance throughout the LGA ensuring that amenity and general safety is achieved, monitoring building compliance and fire safety. All of these services allow residents and visitors to the area to enjoy and feel safe within our Council area.
The Coordinator Development Compliance will oversee the day to day operations of the Development Compliance Team within allocated staff and budgetary constraints. The Coordinator Development Compliance will oversee a broad range of functions covering the key service areas including the management and overall accountability for Development Compliance investigations. This position will report directly to the Manager Environmental Health and Development Programs and as such will need to be a high level problem solver assisting with any Development Compliance related enquiries coming up with solutions to achieve a satisfactory outcomes.
The successful applicant will require:
- Currently accredited under the NSW Building Professionals Board Accreditation Scheme with a sound working knowledge of Volume 1 & 2 (BCA) of the National Construction Code and associated Building Legislation
- Completion of relevant qualifications in investigations and enforcement, statutory planning, building control or equivalent
- Current Class C drivers licence
- Current General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Extensive operational knowledge of legislation (Acts, Regulations and supporting Guidelines/Standards/Codes), including but not limited to:
- Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021
- Local Government Act 1993
- Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
- Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
- Roads Act 1993
- Building Code of Australia
- Swimming Pool Act 1992
- Combustible Cladding Regulation 2018.
- Extensive operational experience in the management of investigations and enforcement action for a diverse range of areas, including but not limited to:
- Planning Approvals and Consents
- Building Control provisions
- Other breaches of Legislation under Local Government control.
- Extensive operational knowledge and experience in the various Act/Regulations/Rules that govern the collection, interpretation and presentation of evidence to and in a court of relevant jurisdiction
- Experience in the supervision of staff, including their professional development, performance management and reporting against set benchmarks
- Experience in the development, monitoring and reporting on Community Strategic Plans, Delivery Plans, Annual Operational Plans and Budgets
- Experience in dealing with Senior Management Team, including the preparation o reports, delivery of presentations, and provision of advice on range of matters.
Download the position description here for more information.
Position information: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 35 hour week, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO).
This role is predominantly located at Council's Merrylands office, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations.
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 15 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $2,349.16 to $2,701.53 per week, plus 11% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- Leaseback vehicle
- Mobile phone
Council fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions, and will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position. This may include criminal record checks, qualification and licence checks, and proof of the right to work in Australia (please refer to the position description for the specific qualifications and requirements for this role). Copies of sighted documents will be kept by Council for its records as proof of verification.
As part of your employment with Council, you will be required to participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure.
Council's COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure has been designed and adopted to protect the health and safety of our people, our customers and the community. It is a condition of employment that all applicants produce evidence of their vaccination status as part of the employment screening process.
Enquiries: Telephone Emmanuel Isbester, Executive Manager Environmental Health and Development Programs on 8757 9799 for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 31 January 2024
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
