* Be part of a collaborative, inclusive and diverse workplace.
* Enjoy working in a flexible environment with a hybrid work model.
* Ongoing development and limitless career opportunities
About us:
Unitywater operates in one of Australia’s most exceptional environments in terms of natural beauty, geographical and demographic breadth. Proudly providing safe and reliable water to customers in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa, we are a water utility serving one of the fastest growing regions in the country.
We think a pretty good job starts here………
About the role:
As a Development Inspector and Officer at Unitywater, you'll engage in a vibrant mix of fieldwork and analytical tasks, ensuring that development projects meet high standards. Your role will involve collaborating with a diverse team, applying your engineering expertise to shape vital community infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact while fostering personal and professional growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us to transform and elevate our community's development standards!
Our Development Services Section plays a critical role at Unitywater in providing a streamlined development applications and management process whilst developing income generating opportunities for Unitywater and focusing on continuously improving the process.
The Development Inspector and Officer is responsible for evaluating development related connection and infrastructure construction applications against technical and service standards, to ensure Unitywater provides customers with appropriate and efficient water supply and sewerage services. Provide advice against technical and services standards to internal and external stakeholders.
The role will also apply their knowledge to manage the asset handover process through audit inspection and acceptance of water supply and sewerage infrastructure on behalf of Unitywater. You will be accountable for driving industry best practice on the application process and ensuring Services Level Agreements are upheld.
This is a full-time 12month contract opportunity.
About you:
To contribute to Unitywater’s values of Reliability, Safety, Honesty & Integrity, Efficiency, One Team, Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
* Relevant industry qualifications such as Associate Diploma, Degree or similar civil construction qualification or similar.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, guidelines, town planning documentation and design manuals.
* Ability to read, interpret and implement engineering plans and specifications.
* C Class Drivers License.
* A working knowledge of, or the ability to attain knowledge of the Sustainability and Planning Act and Integrated Development Assessment System, South East Queensland Water (Distribution and Retail) Restructuring Act, Water Supply Act and the Environmental Protection Act, and related Regulations.
* Displays a commitment to quality customer service, values the supply of accurate and timely information and relates to people from diverse backgrounds.
Working at Unitywater:
Why is a career at Unitywater a pretty good choice?
Unitywater is one of the largest employers in the region, offering continuous investment in training, diverse career paths, health and wellness benefits, flexible work arrangements and a rewarding environment. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports individuals to reach their full potential.
Proudly Unitywater:
We know that we are smarter, better, together. That’s why we are committed to working in a team that values the unique contributions of all our people. At Unitywater we support candidates with all abilities and diverse backgrounds to apply.
It’s a pretty good place to work when you can support the community, focus on sustainability and develop and learn interesting and innovative things.
How to apply:
Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up to date CV.
If you’re successful we will need you to undergo a few checks…. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening.
Applications close: Wednesday 13th November
At Unitywater we are proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we care about our candidates and commit to respond to every applicant
For further information or to request the position description for this role, please contact the Careers team at careers@unitywater.com