* Full time, permanent role located in Sydney
* Leading National Industry Association, celebrating 80-years of operation
* Exceptional work culture
* Generous employee benefits & flexibility offered
The Organisation
HIA has been proudly representing the Australian housing industry for eighty years. Our vision remains the same, to be an association that speaks with a united voice on industry issues and creating real change providing quality services at the lowest possible cost and working with the sector to maintain high standards.
The Role
We are seeking an Assistant Director – Building NSW to provide comprehensive technical and building services advice to HIA members consistent with HIA perspectives, policies and procedures. To develop and promote HIA’s position on building regulations in NSW.
Key duties of this role are:
* Provide technical advice to HIA members on issues related primarily to residential building and development, construction practices and material technology, including:
o NSW building regulations;
o requirements of the National Construction Code and referenced Australian Standards;
o building materials and construction;
o workplace health and safety regulations, and
o acceptable standards and tolerances for residential building work.
* Provide technical support to the Executive Director and national Building, Planning and Environment team and Contracts and Compliance team
* Provide administrative support and coordinate the NSW Regional Technical Committee and other HIA committees as required.
* Assist in the preparation and delivery of technical training material for member programs and coordinate with the NSW training and events staff to deliver & present topics at HIA NSW member events
* Assist in the preparation of technical articles for inclusion in HIA publications and electronic communications
* Contribute to the development of HIA technical information sheets for members
* Research and develop written submissions in response to NSW and ACT government policy or regulatory proposals
* Represent HIA on government and external industry forums including ABCB committees and Australian Standards committees
* Liaise with NSW Councils on the behalf of HIA members regarding building regulations.
The Successful Person will have
Essential Attributes
* Exemplify a service-based work ethic.
* Ability to communicate effectively with industry practitioners at all levels both verbally and written.
* Ability to research and report on a range of technical issues.
* Ability to prepare concise technical reports and submissions.
* Ability to operate as a team member.
* Ability to prioritise work
* Ability to meet deadlines
Qualifications and experience
* A building trade with extensive experience or a builders license,
* A relevant building related qualification and/or experience
* Sound knowledge of and experience with the building/planning approval arrangements in NSW.
* Training qualifications or experience will be seen as an added benefit
* Computer literate in standard office software
* Strong verbal communication and negotiation skills
* Current driving license.
Benefits within HIA
* Generous salary package on offer
* Life and Salary Continuance Insurance
* Salary Packaging Arrangements
* Ability to purchase Annual Leave
* Flexible Work Arrangements
* Paid Parental Leave above the minimum legislative requirement
* Employee Assistance Program
* Study Assistance and Internal training programs offered to help you grow
* Highly experienced, supportive and inclusive team
* Affinity Program
* Milestone Recognition
If this sounds like you, please submit your application by clicking on the link to apply Any queries regarding this position can be directed to ***********@hia.com.au