Plumbing Surveyor

Latrobe municipality is located in the north-west of Tasmania and shares a municipal boundary with Kentish Council, Devonport City Council, West Tamar Council and Meander Valley Council.

Kentish Council's landscape ranges from lush rural farmland to spectacular mountain scenery. Mount Roland watches over the town of Sheffield which has developed as the “Town of Murals”.

Kentish and Latrobe Councils value collaboration and partnerships both within and outside their municipal areas. As part of their business role models, the councils operate in a resource-sharing alliance. 

The resource-sharing alliance allows both councils to deliver services and outcomes for their respective communities in a cost efficient and effective manner. Partnerships of this nature enable the communities to gain benefits that may have been otherwise unattainable. 

Since the inception of the resource-sharing arrangements in 2010, the number of resources shared has steadily grown. 

Both Councils under the alliance now share:

• Common policies, systems, and ways of working
• Economies and efficiencies resulting in cash savings and service uplift
• The workforces of both Councils
• Common, simplified ways of working. 

Latrobe & Kentish Councils are seeking an enthusiastic person in the role of Plumbing Surveyor either full-time or part-time (up to 60 hours per fortnight) will be considered to provide plumbing inspections and advisory services.

The role has a focus on conducting plumbing inspections, assessments, and associated administration work. ensuring that plumbing work within the Kentish and Latrobe municipalities is carried out in accordance with current building and plumbing legislation.

The ideal person will have strong technical skills and knowledge, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of plumbing regulations. They should also possess excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills and the capability to work independently.

Please note: Other permanent full-time and part-time vacancies that may arise in the future may also be filled from this process.

• Certificate IV in plumbing & services or higher qualification or an equivalent combination of skills, experience and training.
• Driver Licence.
• A current white card (construction induction) for entry to construction sites.
• An understanding of local government (desirable).
• Have the ability to be or currently licenced as Permit Authority (desirable).

• A sound understanding of and experience in the application of statutory requirements of the Building Act 2016 and building Regulations 2016, National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards and the ability to interpret and assess working drawings and associated documentation against relevant legislation.
• A commitment to excellent customer service, including fostering a culture of customer service excellence.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute towards team outcomes. 
• The ability to operate in a compliance and regulatory environment with the ability to understand underlying principles, techniques and legislative requirements as applied to Planning, Building and Plumbing permits.
• Well developed interpersonal and communication skills and be competent in the use of relevant technology and computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Applications must be submitted on either the Latrobe Council or Kentish Council website

• www.latrobe.tas.gov.au
• www.kentish.tas.gov.au

This position will require pre-employment checks including:

• A conviction check and an identity check.
• Referee checks; and
• A medical which will include drug screening

Applications close Tuesday 11th Jun 2024, at 4pm.