Coordinator Plumbing Inspector
Regulatory Services
Permanent Full time
LGO 6 / IFA – $96,171 - $110,138 plus superannuation
Hervey Bay
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
Due to internal progression the role of Coordinator Plumbing Inspector has become available. The role will manage Plumbing Assessment, Certification and Regulatory functions of Fraser Coast Regional Council in accordance with Council’s business objectives and in accordance with the Plumbing and Drainage Act and other statutory requirements in respect of plumbing, drainage and on-site sewerage matters.
What your day will look like:
Your focus will be to coordinate and lead the Plumbing Services Team to ensure delivery of services, mentoring and developing the team whilst supporting the Manager of Development Compliance and Plumbing Services in statutory approval requirements.
Your expert advice will see you liaise with a number of stakeholders from property owners to State Government agencies including the Queensland building and construction commission, regarding compliance legislative matters.
You will also facilitate and coordinate high level investigations and monitor investigations of breaches of the Plumbing and Drainage Act using Council management systems, including assessing risk, determining response times and allocating appropriate resources.
Coordinate the processing and determination of Plumbing and Drainage applications and coordinate inspection programs for plumbing applications and notifiable work lodgements.
Represent the council at industry forums, and continuously seek efficiencies and improvements in the department.
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What you’ll need for success:
* Current Plumbers and Drainers license issued by QLD Building and Construction Commission.
* Extensive Experience as a Plumbing Inspector
* Extensive post trade experience in the plumbing and drainage
* Endorsements for backflow and on-site sewerage maintenance, or the ability to readily obtain
* Demonstrated expert working knowledge of the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018, The Plumbing and Drainage Regulation 2019, relevant pluming codes and standards, local laws and sound understanding of the Planning Act
* Demonstrated experience in the assessment and certification of plumbing applications for Class 2-9 buildings in accordance with legislation, codes and standards,
* Proven ability to lead and motivate staff within the Regulatory / Investigative fields
* High level of oral and written communication skills
o Interpersonal – listening, advising and negotiation skills.
o People Management – lead, motivate, coach.
o Written – correspondence and reports.
* Demonstrated success in managing projects on time, on cost and to statutory guidelines
What’s nice to have:
* Diploma of hydraulic Services Design (or equivalent)
* Qualification in On -site sewerage design
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition
What we Offer:
* Learning and development opportunities
* Flexible working arrangements
* Up to 12% employer super contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
* Study assistance program
* Novated leasing
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
* Paid Emergency Services leave
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on 03 December 2024 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Ashley Stackman on ashley.stackman@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or on 0436 695 364
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