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 have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight.
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations.
Personal and professional development courses.
Hybrid office / work from home options.
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.
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

About the team:

Located in the Planning and Regulation Department, the City Inspectorate Branch is responsible for enforcement of the City’s standards and local laws, across building community, public safety and environmental health compliance to protect the safety and amenity for the City’s residents and visitors. You will be working within a supportive and driven team whilst having the support of great line leaders.

About your new role:

We are seeking to appoint a positive and energetic individual to join the Development Compliance team who are passionate about ensuring the City of Gold Coast remains a safe and liveable City. This is a full-time fixed term role until 30 June 2025.

You will provide high level technical and administrative support by assisting in monitoring Development Compliance Building unit workflows and investigate allegations, disputes and customer requests in relation to compliance with the legislative requirements and regulations. You will carry out a variety of building compliance tasks, including but not limited to:

Carry out compliance inspections to identify safety issues, and issue statutory notices in accordance with Development Compliance policy and procedures.
Manage customer requests received internally or externally in relation to building works.
Investigate requests by reviewing the applicable legislation, development approvals and plans as required.
Prepare file notes/ inspection reports, correspondence, notices and letters, in accordance with Development Compliance processes.
Investigate non-compliance with the Building Act 1975, Planning Act 2016, City Plan and associated legislation.
Comprehensively research records, interpret policy and legislation as required.
Assess and determine compliance with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia related to fire safety for class 1 and 10 buildings.
Make recommendations based on statutory obligations and evidence to determine appropriate action to achieve compliance.
Initiate enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements when deemed appropriate while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Manage timeframes of enforcement action.
Other duties that may be directed by the supervisor or management.
We're looking for people who have:

Bachelor’s degree in building surveying, equivalent knowledge and or experience highly desirable.
Knowledge of the Planning Act, Building Act, and Building Code of Australia is highly desirable.
Hold a Drivers Licence Class C Unrestricted
Hold WHS Licence General Construction (White Card) or is willing to obtain one.
Experience in building compliance, or other relevant fields with additional experience in Regulatory Enforcement highly regarded.
A positive and energetic outlook and enjoy working within a team.
Demonstrated skills in consultation, negotiation, and mediation.
Excellent level of documentation and written communication skills
The ability to prioritise and manage numerous investigations.
A positive and energetic outlook and enjoy working within a team.
A strong understanding of technology and using it effectively to do the job and solve problems within complex computer systems.
How to apply:

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. 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 [email protected]

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 ******* testing.

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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City of Gold Coast
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As Australia's second largest council, with over 5,000 passionate employees and constantly growing, the City of Gold Coast is a dynamic and diverse workplace. We offer career pathways across a multitude of industries, making us a place where you can carve your path and leave your mark on a city that shines.

Here at the City of Gold Coast, our people are our priority. Our culture thrives on collaboration and a shared passion for excellence. We are a high-performing, customer focused organisation which delivers value for money services to our thriving community.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future, Choose a career that suits your lifestyle.

As Australia's second largest council, with over 5,000 passionate employees and constantly growing, the City of Gold Coast is a dynamic and diverse workplace. We offer career pathways across a multitude of industries, making us a place where you can carve your path and leave your mark on a city that shines.

Here at the City of Gold Coast, our people are our priority. Our culture thrives on collaboration and a shared passion for excellence. We are a high-performing, customer focused organisation which delivers value for money services to our thriving community.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future, Choose a career that suits your lifestyle.

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