As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.

The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity
We are looking for a qualified Senior Building Surveyor to join our Planning and Community Development Team in Kununurra (2-3 days per week or remotely). A remote contract would require visit to the Shire on a regular basis every 2-3 months, for a minimum of a week.

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will need to ensure compliance with all legislation, codes and guidelines as they apply to building and construction. The role will also responsible for liaising with the community builders, architects, developers and engineers with respect to the legislative requirements for new construction. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessment and processing of building and demolition applications and certificates
• Undertaking and coordinating inspections of private swimming pool safety barriers for compliance
• Maintaining appropriate records, ensuring building records and information systems are correct and up to date
• Liaising with the relevant external stakeholders (i.e. Building Commission, Department of Fire Emergency Services, Water Corporation, Western Australian Local Government Association and the Australian Bureau of Statistics
• Maintaining a high level of knowledge in current and emerging industry practices and legislation changes
• Providing technical advice to external customers on building related matters and professional support for internal referrals to attend the Development Control Unit (DCU)
• Investigating and resolving non-compliant building matters based on risk, due process and recommended enforcement action
• Carrying out building inspections to assess compliance with the Building Code of Australia, National Construction Code, etc
• Assisting in improving day-to-day operational processes, and checklists and public facing information (i.e. Shire policies, guidelines or information sheets)
• Assessing land use and development proposals for compliance with relevant building legislation and standards
• Providing written reports, verbal advice and operational support when required

Relevant qualifications such as Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying or equivalent, Building Surveying Practitioner Level 2 Certificate of Registration in Western Australia, Current unrestricted WA ‘C’ class Driver’s Licence, and Current National Police Check (within 6 months) are essentials for this role.

You will also need a minimum of 3 years experience as building surveyor with sound working knowledge in Building Act 2011, Building Regulations 2012, Building Code of Australia and other relevant legislation, ability to provide specialist advice and apply knowledge of relevant procedures, excellent interpesonal and time management skills, high-level of Ms Office skills, demonstrated skills in investigation, research, and reporting on building related matters as well as problem solving.

A copy of Position Description applicable to this vacancy can be found on the Shire's website.

Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• Opportunities for professional development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

The Shire is prepared to enter in to negotiations around the pay rate advertised if it is determined necessary to appoint a candidate of the calibre sought.

Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles.

APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Katherine Gilpin, our Manager Planning and Regulatory Services on 0457 180 451 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.