Compliance Investigation Officer

Come and work as a vital member of our team at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.

The Role:

Our Compliance Investigation Officer delivers building and planning compliance and advisory services to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and take or recommend appropriate action to be taken on behalf of Council. Additionally, this position will assist with the annual Trade Waste inspection program.

What we are looking for:

You will have a trade qualification or substantial experience in building construction or in a compliance related position You will have extensive experience in the building construction industry in particular sheds and dwellings You will have a strong understanding of the current laws and policies relating to building and development, including interpretation of Planning Schemes and the associated documentation pertaining to the Building Act 1975 and Building Code of Australia You will have the ability to act and think appropriately under pressure You will have very good organisational, time management and problem-solving skills You will have very good  verbal and written communication skills and the ability to negotiate positive outcomes with external customers You will hold a Queensland Construction White Card, or national equivalent, or be eligible to acquire

What we can offer you:  

Permanent, part-time position LGOA Level 4/1 – $40.42 per hour Mareeba Allowance – $31.75 per fortnight Up to 12% employer superannuation contributions Lifestyle benefits such as access to a Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrificing options

Interested?

Please send the following documents to [email protected]

Cover letter (no more than 500 words) Current resume Fully completed Employment Application form

Applications close: Monday 12 June 2023  

For further information about this position contact Robert Prizmic, Supervisor Building & Plumbing Compliance or Brian Millard, Senior Planner on 1300 308 461 during business hours.

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.