Cadet Officer Building Certification

• Learn on the job by assisting the aspects of development applications.
• Be financially supported while studying in the field of Building Certifier.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $67,260, (depending upon age and experience levels) plus up to 13% superannuation.
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Role Overview

Gympie Regional council has an exciting opportunity for a self-driven and motivated individual to join our Building and Plumbing Section as a Cadet Officer Building Certification.

Reporting to the Coordinator Building, you will gain valuable experience in the field of Building Certification by assisting the current Building Certifiers and Town Planners team in the assessment of development applications.  As you learn on the job, you will be rewarded with financial assistance to undertake and complete a qualification in Building Certification.

Support operational day to day functions for council’s building certification services, with a focus on continuous improvement and customer service, to provide a high standard of building services that promotes community health, amenity, and safety in the built environment.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Currently studying or prepared to study a recognised course that satisfies the accreditation requirements for a Building Certifier Level 3 with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission with Level 3 license achieved within three years of commencing the role.
• A willingness to learn and apply pool safety inspector requirements, as outlined in the Building Act 1975.
• Demonstrated experience within a building environment, including knowledge of Building Classifications, relevant Acts, Regulations, and Codes that regulate the building and development industry.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills to facilitate the preparation of written instructions, reports and correspondence, and to facilitate clear communications with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, yet also within a team environment.
• Queensland ‘C’ Class drivers' licence or above that is current and maintained.
• Construction Industry Safety Induction Card (blue/white).

Essential Requirements: 

• Assist with the efficient processing of building related applications which includes any relevant certification and inspections.
• Respond to customer enquiries in accordance with branch policies and procedures, meeting community expectations and delivery with a focus on customers.
• Provide technical support and advice on building matters to other Directorates within council and external stakeholders.
• Carry out administration functions required for the role and provide support to the Administration Team within the branch, as required.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Building, Sonia Lynch on 07-5481 0414 or email sonia.lynch@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine-day fortnight
• Financial study assistance
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.
• Long service leave after seven years.
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements.
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

 Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply

Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested (please use an individualised email address as using another person's may effect your application, if you do not have one please follow this link to create a Gmail account)
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 20th October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.