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Sydney, New South Wales
Full-time
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Sydney
Health & Building/City Planning, Development & Transport
Full Time/Permanent
$129,721 - $147,426 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity in our Health and Building Unit delivering regulatory building compliance related services to ensure that buildings and places are safe.
In this role you'll carry out inspections and associated enforcement of buildings and site works in response to reactive enquiries and programmed inspections relating to regulatory compliance in accordance with our procedures. You'll also undertake proactive inspections of swimming pool barriers to ensure compliance with the Swimming Pools Act 1992, initiate compliance action and formally represent the City of Sydney in Court where required, and ensure that buildings being investigated, comply with statutory and the City of Sydney's requirements in relation to fire safety, essential services and building related matters in regards to public safety, health and amenity.
We're Looking For Someone With
relevant tertiary qualification such as but not limited to a TAFE Diploma or Undergraduate Degree in building, building science, building surveying, engineering and planningdemonstrated experience in development compliance work and/or building surveyingsound understanding of building construction methods and materials suitable for residential and commercial buildings and structuresworking knowledge of the National Construction Code of Australia, and sound knowledge of state building legislation and regulatory requirements for all classes of buildings and structures.
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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment and criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, Sunday 20 July 2025.
For more information, contact Andrew McMillan, Area Manager on 02 9246 7861.
What We Can Offer You
You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office, with many public transport options.Professional development Leadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive culture Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter
Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.
How To Apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us 9265 9333.
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