A varied and challenging role, will have the successful applicant predominantly responsible for administering Council's legislated responsibilities.
Competitive annual salary commencing a t $93,611 p lus 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.
Officer Plumbing Backflow Remuneration: A nnual salary commencin g at $93,611 pl us up to 13% superannuation Closing D ate: Sunday 13th October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST No late applications will be accepted.
Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. Role Overview Under the supervision of the Coordinator Plumbing, carry out the functions of a Council Plumbing Inspector as defined by the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018, delivering high quality, professional customer service ensuring quality standards, processes and documentation satisfy customer and organisational requirements.
This role is predominantly responsible for administering Council's legislated responsibilities for backflow prevention device compliance and management, including auditing, and maintaining a specific backflow prevention device and servicing register.
Demonstrated experience with a working knowledge of the relevant Acts, Regulations, and Codes that regulate plumbing and drainage works in Queensland, especially in relation to backflow prevention.
Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and organise workloads to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and cooperatively in an integrated team environment by developing effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
An understanding of the role of confidentiality within a compliance environment. 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.
Data processing, word processing and editing skills, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite. A current Queensland Plumbers and Drainers Licence with endorsements for Backflow Prevention; On-site sewage facility maintenance; Solar and heat pump hot water system installation.
Queensland 'C' Class drivers' licence or above that is current and maintained.
Construction Industry Safety Induction Card.
Undertake auditing responsibilities to ensure that council meets its legislative requirements for maintaining a specific backflow prevention device and servicing register to ensure backflow prevention device compliance and management within the region.
Assist the plumbing section team to comply with the requirements of the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 for activities such as Plumbing Application inspections and assessments, conducting compliance inspections, and maintaining legislative registers for Notifiable Works and on-site wastewater management.
Deliver high-quality customer service by providing accurate plumbing and drainage advice to customers through a range of mediums including face to face, phone, and email, especially in relation to backflow prevention.
Undertake authorised investigation activities to provide expert advice in relation to non-compliance of plumbing related matters.
Participate in policy and procedure reviews for the plumbing section with a continuous improvement focus.
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 Manager Building & Plumbing Andrew Parker on 07- 54810403 o r email For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email What we offer? Nine-day fortnight 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, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:1) Download and review the position description above2) 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 Sunda y 13th 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.
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