AddressLooking to kick-start your career in Building Surveying whilst completing a formal qualification? Want to get paid to work and study? Then this opportunity is for you!
This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in building surveying with a 2 year full-time traineeship opportunity, with the first year employed by CEG with Whyalla City Council as the host employer, then transferring to Whyalla City Council employment for the remaining 1 year.
This traineeship will see the successful candidate working in our City Development team, gaining valuable skills and experience across all facets of Building Assessment and inspection, whilst studying towards a nationally recognised qualification in Building Surveying (Provide Building Surveying Services for Residential Buildings up to Three Storeys), which upon completion you will be eligible for accreditation as an Accredited Professional - Building Level 3.
What you can expect to do:
The Trainee Building Assessment Officer will receive mentoring and training to undertake building rules assessments of development applications in accordance with the National Construction Code and relevant legislation and to undertake compliance inspections and enforcement action in relation to unauthorised building work under the supervision and guidance of the Senior Building Officer.
About you:
We are looking for a person who:
- Is committed to completing the required study in order to be eligible for accreditation as an ‘Accredited professional - building level 3’ under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (Accredited Professional) Regulations 2019.
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficient writing skills.
- Ability to deal with difficult people in a calm and professional manner.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
If this sounds like your perfect role, we want to hear from you!
About the Whyalla City Council - The host employer:
As a multifunctional regional Council, we manage Childcare services, Library, Airport, Cemetery, Crematorium, Infrastructure and recreational facilities including a Visitor Information Centre.
We are a progressive Council, committed to the pursuit of excellence and are always looking for opportunities to improve the quality of life for our community, now and into the future.
We stand by and embrace our core values in delivering our each and every one of our services: We Care, We Work Together, We are Committed and We Own It.
Benefits:
- Gain hands-on practical experience in all areas of Building Assessment
- Complete a qualification to become accredited as a Level 3 Building Surveyor
- Learn transferable skills that will assist in your career
- No Training costs to you
- Rostered Day Off per month
- Enjoy job security with a 2 year contract with full-time leave entitlements
About Whyalla, South Australia:
The City of Whyalla is one of the largest regional cities in South Australia – it’s a culturally diverse community, home to just over 21,000 people. Whyalla offers first-class facilities with a relaxed lifestyle, all set amongst gorgeous natural scenery – an ideal blend between the outback and the sea. Whyalla is a welcoming community with a well-established industry and retail base. Its residents enjoy a comfortable lifestyle with plenty of amenities, events and activities – everything is less than 10 minutes away. It also features the new state-of-the-art Whyalla Secondary College, along with the University of South Australia and TAFE campuses offering tertiary progression.
So be sure to Unearth Your Next Step right here in Whyalla – we’re waiting for you!
Further Information:
National Traineeship wages and conditions apply.
For more information in relation to position responsibilities refer to the following:
Enquiries can be directed to Nadene Denton, Senior Building Officer on 8640 3444 or *************@whyalla.sa.gov.au
Apply:
- Applications must include a cover letter expanding on your suitability for this role, addressing the essential position criteria outlined in the Position Description in no more than three pages.
- Applications must be submitted via Council’s recruitment portal. Applications submitted in any other platform will not be accepted. Scroll down (past the image below) to commence the application process. Please note, the application process will need to be completed in one session. No Agency contact please, we do not accept unsolicited Agency applications.
- Applications close 9.00am Monday 27 May 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.
The Whyalla City Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, youth, and people living with a disability. All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
The Whyalla City Council is committed to providing a smoke, drug, and alcohol-free safe work environment. Our recruitment process includes a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol screen, and confirmation of experience/qualifications and may also include competency testing.
