Flexible working options will be consideredAbility to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local GovernmentAbout Merri-bek City CouncilMerri-bek City Council is a progressive council of 175,000 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Our council area sits within the banks of the Merri Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek, and includes Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Gowanbrae, Hadfield, Oak Park and Pascoe Vale. Our city is vibrant and energetic, known for its active community, cultural diversity, creative industries and the arts. Our long-term vision has ambitious goals for environmental sustainability, social justice, community wellbeing, and creating great places. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbournes CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food and cafs right at the doorstep.Merri-bek Council strives to be a contemporary, innovative and collaborative organisation with a deep commitment to engaging and supporting the Merri-bek community. Our organisational vision is to be one team, brave and diverse, making a difference.We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We offer flexible and hybrid work options and genuinely care about providing our staff work/life balance.About the roleKey functions falling within the scope of this role include:Investigate alleged breaches of the Building Act and Regulations, conduct inspections of building work and perform statutory functions aimed at achieving an acceptable level of building compliance, in accordance with Council policies and procedures or as approved by Unit Manager.Issue statutory Notices and Orders, Direction to Fix and Infringement Notices, in accordance with relevant legislation and Council policy and procedures.Keep accurate and precise records of all investigations to a standard whereby such records could be used as evidence in legal or statutory proceedings.Prepare legal briefs and submissions to statutory tribunals and bodies and in hearings give evidence collected during the course of duties.Carry out mandatory inspections to ensure compliance of building work with the issued building permit and applicable legislative requirements.Flexible and supportive work arrangements are available to cater for work life balance needs.Skills and experience required to perform the roleRegistration or near registration as a Building Surveyor with the Victorian Building Authority.Registration as a Building Inspector with the Victorian Building Authority.A tertiary qualification or the equivalent in Building Surveying.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Sound knowledge and experience in carrying out Building Surveying enforcement work and building permit work will be highly regarded.A sound understanding and demonstrated use of PC-based computer system software, particularly software used in Municipal Building surveying offices.A current drivers licence is required.Proven commitment to a high standard of customer service and enthusiasm for serving all stakeholders.What the role can offerMonthly RDOExtensive opportunities for training & career developmentSalary sacrifice optionsA real sense of work-life balance & flexible work optionsEmployer-supported study assistance schemesWellness programsFlexible working arrangementCompetitive salary to be negotiated with the successful applicant depending on their level of qualification and experienceFurther support offered for our staffUp to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leavePlease note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid Driver''s Licence and WWCC. Please have this ready when completing your application.How to applyPlease fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents.*Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council.Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email.Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation.Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture.We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience. Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council.Our CommitmentIn May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone.Privacy AcknowledgmentMerri-bek City Council''s recruitment system, medical, police check, reference checking and onboarding processes are hosted by external service providers who also recognise the importance of privacy. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external service providers unless you request us not to do so.Personal and or health information collected by Council is used for municipal purposes as specified in the Local Government Act 2020. The personal and or health information will be used by Council for these purposes and or related purposes. Council may disclose this information to other organisations if authorised or required by legislation.AcknowledgementBy submitting this application, I declare that to the best of my knowledge, the information supplied in this application (including accompanying documents) are true and correct. I understand that if any false or deliberately misleading information is given, or any relevant material withheld, my application will not be progressed, or if I am employed, my employment may be terminated at the discretion of Council.Consent to Contact RefereesI understand that a representative of Merri-bek will contact me to gain my permission to contact any listed referees before conducting a reference.Preliminary Health DeclarationAll applicants are required to complete a Preliminary Health Declaration as part of the application process. Merri-bek City Council advises that failure to disclose any pre-existing or past relevant physical restrictions, injury or condition, suffered by you which may affect your ability to fulfil inherent requirements of the position(s) applied for may result in you being disentitled to claim compensation.Council requires all staff to be vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide evidence of this as part of this application. Please note: If you are short listed for an interview, you will be required to present your vaccination certificate for sighting.Working With Children ChecksMerri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and providing environments that are safe for children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. If the role you are applying for requires a Working with Children Check, you will be required to upload a copy of this document as part of your application.Qualifications/LicencesEvidence of relevant qualifications and/or licences as required for the position you are applying for will need to be uploaded as part of your application.Yes I agree to the privacy statement *Personal Details * Required fieldTitle *First name *Last name *E-mail *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *LinkedIn URL(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsWork rights: *Australian Permanent Resident VisaAustralian Temporary Resident VisaNew Zealand CitizenBridging VisaStudent VisaWorking Holiday VisaTemporary shortage skills visaRefugee/humanitarianIf you answered no to not being an Australian Citizen, Merri-bek City Council will require to conduct a VEVO check through the Department of Home Affairs. Do you consent to this? *YesNoNAHave you lived and/or worked outside of Australia for more than a 12-month period in the past 10 years? (if yes you will be require to complete an international police check as part of the final stages in our recruitment process).YesNo''To support culturally safe recruitment processes, do you identify as an Indigenous Australian (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander)? *Yes, AboriginalYes, Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslanderNoI do not wish to discloseDo you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process? *Please confirm that you are vaccinated for COVID-19 as this is a requirement of Councils COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Please note: If you are short listed for an interview, you will be required to present your vaccination certificate for sighting. *YesNoFor equity and inclusion reporting we collect information on Gender. Please describe your gender. *ManWomenI do not wish to discloseCurrent Employee Status with Merri-bek City Council: *Have you previously been employed at Merri-bek through an Agency or as a Contractor: *CurrentFormerNot applicableWe conduct police checks as part of our recruitment process; do you give Merri-bek permission to conduct this check if your application progresses to the final stage? *YesNoDo you have a valid driver''s licence? *YesNoI have read and understand the position description *YesNoI have read and understand the relevant physical requirements of this position in the position description *YesNoDo you have a current or pre-existing physical injury, or medical condition that may prevent you from undertaking the inherent requirements of the role? Disclosure will assist Council to provide reasonable adjustments as appropriate* *YesNoIf yes to the above please outlineMerri-bek City Council is a diverse organisation, and we support people from priority groups where possible, including those with disabilities. If you require adjustments to the inherent requirements or to perform in the position, please describe.* *You may be required to undertake a medical, which includes a drug and alcohol test prior to offer or commencement, do you give permission for this testing to be conducted? *YesNoMerri-bek City Council advises that failure to disclose any or all relevant physical, medical or any other illness, injury or condition, or any past or pre-existing illness, injury or condition suffered by you which may affect your ability to fulfill inherent requirements of the position(s) applied for may result in you being dis-entitled to claim compensation according to the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 in respect of any further injury or illness, recurrence, exacerbation or aggravation of this injury, disease or condition. *AcknowledgeMerri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. All employees are required to adhere to Councils Child Safety and Wellbeing Policies and Procedures and training will be provided on commencement. *Acknowledged #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Building Surveyor/Inspector