Plumbing Inspector

• Permanent Full-Time role available (9 day fortnight)  
• Plumbing and Drainage licences and endorsements
• LGO3-5 ($69,993 - $88,532 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience.

Why Choose Us

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.

We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.

Our organisation provides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.

We lead creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial and environmental shocks.

We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.

Townsville City Council is growing Townsville.About the role

This role performs the assessment of plumbing/drainage and trade applications, the inspection of plumbing/drainage and trade waste installations and investigation of plumbing/drainage and trade waste related matters to ensure compliance with conditions and legislation under the direction of the Coordinator Hydraulics.

The position is within a team environment which consists of Plumbing Inspectors, Senior Plumbing Inspectors, the Functional Lead Hydraulics, the Coordinator Hydraulics, and the Team Manager Planning Assessment. The position also works in a broader multi-discipline section including infrastructure, social, heritage, urban design and open space planning where collaboration is essential in making informed land use decisions. The position requires good communication skills and negotiation with a variety of stakeholders to balance land use outcomes for the City. 

About you

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Relevant plumbing/drainage licences and endorsements.
• Thorough knowledge of the Plumbing and Drainage Act and associated regulation, codes, and standards.
• Working knowledge of other related legislation, i.e. Local Government Act, Building Act, Environmental Protection Act, Water Act, Water Supply (Safety and Reliability) Act, Workplace Health and Safety Act and prescribed parts of the Queensland Development Code.
• Ability to provide sound technical advice to government agencies, representative groups, general public, development industry, Council departments and other stakeholders on plumbing/drainage and trade waste issues.
• Ability to review publications, changes to legislation and changes in technology with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge of Council’s Planning Scheme.
• Current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence.

Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and must include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role. 

For further information review the Position Description. 

Closing Date:  11.45pm Thursday 28th March  2024

What We Offer

• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

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