AddressWaratah-Wynyard Council have an exciting opportunity available for a Permit Authority to support our growing municipality.
Based in Wynyard the permanent full-time position is responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of the Permit Authority roles and requirements of the Building Act 2016. Core aspects of the role will be undertaking Council’s responsibilities as a Permit Authority and investigating and resolving building and plumbing compliance matters.
This position is flexible and can be tailored to suit an entry-level candidate or a coordinator with direct reports, depending on the experience of the successful applicant.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Qualifications and, or experience in relevant building or compliance discipline and hold (or be qualified to obtain) and maintain a licence as a Permit Authority as outlined in the Occupational Licensing (Building Services Work) Determination.
- Demonstrated experience in working within the confines of and the ability to interpret legislation.
- Ability to deal effectively with distressed and agitated clients, placate clients and resolve problems.
The full Position Description is also available for download on Council’s website at www.warwyn.tas.gov.au
We are a values-based organisation looking for someone aligned with how we do business. Applicants are encouraged to take a moment to review our organisational values before making an application.
What next?
If we've sparked your interest, and you would like to be a motivated and positive contributor to the team at Council, then apply now via the Council Website at www.warwyn.tas.gov.au.
Please note that any application submitted through the SEEK website will not be considered.
Waratah-Wynyard Council is passionate about providing equal employment opportunities by valuing equity, diversity and inclusion to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds with the right to live and work in Australia.
Waratah-Wynyard Council has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Examination including drug and alcohol testing to determine that you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the role and capable of doing so, safely and without undue risk to yourself or others.
Applications for this position close at 8am on Monday 1 July 2024, however suitable applicants may be interviewed and appointed prior to this date so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to withdraw or extend this ad at any time.
You will receive an immediate automated response in the online form and by email when your application has been successfully submitted. If you haven’t received a response, you have most likely forgotten to attach a document or missed an essential field in the online form. Please review the form and complete the sections highlighted in red font.
If you have technical difficulties in submitting your application, contact our People & Safety team on 03 6443 8***.
