Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney's new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.
Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.
Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community's vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **_welcome_**, **_belong_**_ _and **_succeed_**.
**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
We are looking for a Fire Safety Officer to join our Regulatory and Technical team!
This role will be responsible for providing Council with advice in regards to combustible cladding and fire safety compliance within the Cumberland local government area. Additionally, this role will also provide guidance and assistance to staff on interpretation of building requirements and assessment procedures.
Reporting to Team Leader Development Programs this role will also assist in meeting Council's statutory obligations in regard to the reporting on relevant programs and actions from Council's Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan regarding combustible cladding and fire safety.
The successful applicant will require:
- Currently accredited A3 Building Surveyor under the NSW Building Professionals Board Accreditation Scheme or Relevant Tertiary qualifications in fire safety and/or Development Assessment (i.e. Grad Certificate).
- Extensive knowledge of Volume 1 & 2 (BCA) of the National Construction Code and associated Building legislation
- Extensive knowledge of the Combustible Cladding Regulation 2018
- Extensive job-related experience in the inspection and assessment of buildings to identify the classification and use of buildings in accordance with NCC/BCA, determine what essential fire safety measures should be installed, identify any fire risks and determine course of action.
- Extensive experience of the development and construction process as applicable to fire safety.
- Extensive experience in Fire Safety inspections and reports
- Knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and regulations and Local Government Act, 1993
- Current Drivers Licence
- Ability to meet deadlines on a daily basis and possession of proven time management
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in issuing Development Control Orders under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and Local Government Act 1993
- Ability to liaise with customers.
Download the position description here for more information.
**Position information**: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement.
This role is predominantly located at Council's Merrylands, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations.
**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 13 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,886.23 to $2,269.16 per week, plus 10% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- Leaseback vehicle
**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:
- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,** **15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
**ABOUT US**:
Successful applicants mus