About the Department
With teams in building, plumbing and planning, the Planning and Development Department falls within the Planning and Environmental Services directorate, tasked with governing development in Southern Downs and fostering growth in the region. The department raises community awareness of compliance with statutory requirements and educates the community on the broader land use policy.
Key functions of the department include assessing development applications and providing advice to developers, residents and elected members. In this role you will provide detailed advice to Council on the associated legislation governing planning and development, find creative solutions to development problems and, be involved in the progression and review of strategic planning documents.
The Planning and Development team at SDRC are ready to welcome you, whether you are an experienced professional looking to expand your opportunities in local government or a graduate looking to join a dynamic and diverse Council to kickstart your career.
Your Opportunity
Play a critical role in the Planning and Development Department, responsibile for raising community awareness and compliance with statutory requirements relating to building, and plumbing and drainage. Key aspects of the role will be providing technical support and advice to contribute to the functions of the team, undertake preliminary assessment of building, and plumbing and drainage applications to ensure compliance with the legislation, the implementation of procedures and guidelines in accordance with the legislation, and assisting with the development and implementation of new electronic systems.
Experience in building, plumbing and drainage or planning administration would be highly regarded.
Term: Full-time
Hours of Work: 72.5 hours per fortnight
Pay Level: $2,806.57 to $2,996.06 per fortnight (Level 3), plus superannuation and annual leave loading
In accordance with Council's Enterprise Agreement and the relevant Award. Pay rate dependant on relevant skills and experience.
Employment Base: Warwick or Stanthorpe, Queensland (will be negotiated with successful candidate)
What You Will Do
For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description below.
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The complete Key Responsibilities of this role can be found in the Position Description. These include (but are not limited to):
- Provide administration assistance in building and plumbing and drainage applications and the implementation of procedures and relevant legislation.
- Provide routine advice to both Council officers and the general public on building, and plumbing and drainage applications and other administrative requirements.
- Process and assess routine building, and plumbing and drainage applications in accordance with relevant legislation.
What You Will Need
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- The legal right to live and work in Australia
- A Class C (Car) licence or greater is required in this role.
- A White construction card or the ability to obtain one is a mandatory requirement for this role.
- Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of, development assessment processes, following documented processes and administrative tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organise workload to meet outcomes within required timeframes.
- Highly skilled in using computers and a wide range of software and online tools to support efficient and effective work.
- To be able to demonstrate your competence in relation to all of the Selection Criteria as detailed in the Position Description
What We Offer
At Southern Downs Regional Council, we know that that our people are our strength. With this front of mind, we provide a wide range of benefits and a holistic approach to supporting our employees, including:
- Competitive wages, conditions and allowances
- Salary packaging and remote area benefits available, which can significantly increase tax savings and take-home pay
- Discounted corporate health insurance plans
- Improved work-life balance opportunities, such as a 9-day work fortnight and consideration of other flexible work options
- Generous leave provisions including Special Family Leave, Cultural Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to a wide range of health and wellness initiatives, including free, skin checks, flu vaccinations and wellness medicals, and discounted gym memberships
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families (24/7 access). This service includes counselling, financial coaching, nutritional support and legal referrals, as well as access to specialised wellbeing support for LGBTIQA+ individuals, First Nations people, and individuals experiencing domestic and family violence through dedicated helpline
- Opportunities for on and off the job personal and professional development (study assistance available in accordance with policy)
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Further Information
For further information about this role and working for Southern Downs Regional Council, please refer to the documents below:
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If you have any additional enquiries in relation to this position, please contact Joss Kresina, Built Environment Coordinator on 0419 028 718.
Apply Now!
At SDRC, we believe that diversity enriches our workplace, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes. We welcome applications from qualified people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and abilities, who have applicable working rights in Australia.
To apply for this opportunity, you will be asked to complete an online application form and provide:
- A short written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the selection criteria of this role (as outlined in the Position Description); and
- Your current CV or Resume.
When you are ready to begin your application, please click on the "Apply" button below to be taken to our online application portal. Please ensure you provide all of the information requested and that your application is lodged by the closing date (as shown above). Should you have any difficulty lodging your application online, please contact our People & Culture team on ph 1300 697 372 for assistance.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Applications Close: 25 February 2025
