Who are we:
Our department's primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed toaccelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to findsolutions to the urgent demand for housing security.

Our mission focuses on coordinating various portfolios related to housing, housing infrastructure, urban development, and planning. By ensuring sound decisions and efficient management, we strive to create sustainable, well-planned communities offering safe and affordable housing options.

Join us in our endeavor to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community.

The Role:
The key focus areas for this role include understanding state building control,associated Codes and standards and related local government and private sector administrative processes. The role reports to the Business Lead - Building Surveying and will provide support to colleagues on a range of project and program outcomes.

About You:
To be successful in these positions, you must be able to demonstrate experience across the following key capabilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the National and State-based statutory instruments that form part of the Building Rules in SA including the National Construction Code.
• Ability to interpret, review and implement technical Codes and standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the online Development Assessment Portal.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively to build cooperation, implement change, mitigate risk and encourage open communications for the sharing of knowledge across teams/units.
• Well-developed analytical and research skills to evaluate and analyse complex faults and information, provide specialised professional advice and consultancy, and develop clear reports with recommendations in an environment of competing priorities.
• Proven ability to work under general direction, independently or as part of a team, exercise significant initiative, set priorities, plan and coordinate activities, achieve objectives within deadlines and make timely and well-informed professional decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, succinctly and accurately, in writing and verbally, to people at all levels in a professional and tactful manner.

Qualification:
A recognised degree or recognised post graduate qualification in architecture,engineering, building surveying, construction management, building, public policy, law or related discipline.

Accreditation (or eligibility) as an Accredited Professional - Building Level 1 or Building Level 2 in South Australia.

Special Conditions
Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal will be required every 3 years.

Remuneration:
PO3 - $101,285 - $107,078

Enquiries:
For all confidential enquiries, please contact Jodie Evans, Director Building, at [email protected]

Application Instructions:
All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), outlining your skills and experience in relation to the key capabilities outlined in the role statement, a current CV and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.

All applicants must complete a `Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector' form.