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Vacancy Number
1244
Position Title
Construction Inspector
Employment Status
Fixed term full-time ending 01/01/26
Department
Infrastructure Gold Coast
Location
Nerang
Award Classification
Stream A - Level 5
Salary
$103,520 to $107,812
Hours
40
About the branch
The Engineering, Design and Standards Branch is responsible for infrastructure engineering, design, survey, specifications, asset standards, electrical infrastructure and contributed assets across all customer and community facing infrastructure classes.
About your new role
The Construction Inspector is a?key part of the team which manages the assessment of development applications and supervision of development delivered infrastructure.?The team also supervises the construction of developer contributed water supply and sewerage assets, including trunk infrastructure. The Construction Inspector is an excitingposition primarily managing the on-site component of the team's work and providing input on construction matters during the design phase.
Key Role Responsibilities
Attending all inspections between prestart and off-maintenance, including hold and witness points, when issues arise on site, and random audit inspections especially during pipe laying works
Identifying construction issues on site and liaising with the Assessment Engineer to rectify any design issues
Identifying any safety issues during construction and taking appropriate action to ensure rectification
Assisting the Assessment Engineers with design review during the: reconfiguring of a lot, material change of use, operational works and connection application phases of assessment to ensure that designed works are constructible and provide a fit for purpose and cost-effective outcome for the City
Assisting the Assessment Engineers with review of QA and as constructed materials
Working with Assessment Engineers and Network Operations to arrange network shutdowns, as required for live works
Coordinating with Compliance officers when non-compliances and illegal works are identified
Investigating and managing defects anddamage during the on-maintenance period
Attending witness and hold point inspections associated with capital works and trunk infrastructure?
Please refer to the Position Brief, via the paperclip icon, for more information about this role.
About you
If you are ready to be part of a great team, in an interesting and challenging position and have the following qualifications or equivalent knowledge, you are encouraged to apply:
You hold a Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision or equivalent knowledge
Substantial knowledge and/or experience in the design and construction of all facets of water and sewer assets
Substantial knowledge of the SEQ D&C Code and requirements
Knowledge and understanding of legislation and by-laws including: Workplace Health and Safety Act and relevant Code of Practice, Environmental Protection Act, Water Act 2000
Trade certificate/qualification in Plumbing and/or Draining - Desired
Competency in written and verbal communication
You hold a C Class Drivers Licence Unrestricted
You hold a General Construction Induction White Card
Working in development assessment is challenging and requires compliance with strict legislative timeframes and assessment rules. To be successful in this position, you will need to be a capable decision maker and understand the relevant standards which apply to water and sewer. You will also be confident on a construction site and comfortable with resolving design and construction issues in a timely manner.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
4% Certified Agreement pay rise due 16 October 2025
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which deliversvalue-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
For more information, view the position brief by
Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email ******
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Darren Munro
Contact Number
0439 226 044
Closing Date
14 November 2024
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
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