Join Banyule City Council as a Construction Management Officer

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for ensuring construction activities meet regulatory standards? Do you thrive in a role where every day is different, involving site inspections, community engagement, and problem-solving?

We are looking for a proactive and organised Construction Management Officer to join our dedicated team, helping to ensure all construction-related activities in Banyule are safe, compliant, and aligned with Council policies and Local Laws.

Why you'll love this role and what you'll do

As a Construction Management Officer, you'll be the frontline contact for assessing, issuing, and monitoring Construction Local Law Permits. You'll carry out inspections, liaise with various departments, and ensure construction activities on Council land meet safety, environmental and community standards. You'll

• Efficiently and effectively deliver a construction related Local Law permits service.
• Have responsibility for permit related inspections and the management of information and financials relevant to permits issued.
• Provide effective evaluation, delivery and monitoring of statutory permits and enforcement for Municipal Laws – Construction Management.

This role participates in a rotating after-hours service roster, responding to out-of-hours construction issues (with overtime allowances provided).

What you'll bring/what we are looking for

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible difference by ensuring our streets, paths and public spaces are safe and well-managed during construction activities. You'll be supported by an experienced team and provided with training and development to grow your compliance and regulatory expertise.

You'll have:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Construction, Local Law or construction industry/built environment.
• Local Government experience and extensive knowledge of construction related Local Laws.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills and the ability to present to and negotiate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of roads, related pedestrian and traffic density, buildings in the neighbourhood and construction requirements for road space and experience in traffic management legislation, procedures and requirements.
• Experience in appraisal of temporary structures, scaffold, gantries, prescribed temporary structures and Local Law Permits.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise personal judgement and decision making when undertaking Enforcement / Infringements duties.

Pre-employment requirements

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Industry White Card
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

What we offer:

• A temporary parental leave cover (14 July 2025 to 28 July 2026) full-time position, with a monthly RDO (19-day month).
• Salary $77,785.93 - $90,083.32per annum plus super.
• Tool of trade vehicle
• Flexible work arrangements that support personal well-being alongside professional commitments
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives

Ready to help keep Banyule safe and well-managed? Apply today and bring your construction knowledge, regulatory know-how and strong community focus to a role where every day matters.

Please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria from the position description.

For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Chantelle Dokos on 9490 4502 or David Palmer on 03 9490 4407

Applications close: 11 June 2025 at 11:45 PM.

Why choose Banyule? Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.