Swimming Pool Barrier Inspector

Permanent part-time (22.5 hours per week)

Salary: $69,478 - $84,026 per annum (pro rata) + 12% super

Benefits:

• Access to physio, EAP & gym discounts

• Extra super through co-contribution

• Strong mentorship & learning culture

The City of Fremantle are seeking a Swimming Pool Barrier Inspector to join our proactive Compliance Team. If you're passionate about swimming pool safety and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to take the lead in a role that values professionalism, independence, and results.

You will work under the supervision of the Senior Compliance Officer and be expected to apply sound judgement in practical situations. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will directly contribute to reducing risk and improving swimming pool barrier compliance throughout the City.

If you're ready to put your skills and experience to work in a role with real purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

Implement, manage and maintain the City’s swimming pool barrier inspection program.

Inspect private swimming pool barriers to assess compliance with relevant statutory requirements.

Maintain relevant records and statistics pertaining to swimming pool barrier inspections.

Follow up on swimming pool barrier noncompliance in accordance with the City’s compliance policy.

Assist with the preparation of statutory notices, infringement notices and prosecution information in relation to noncompliant swimming pool barriers.

Provide advice and information on matters that pertain to swimming pool barrier safety.

Undertake educational and marketing initiatives with respect to swimming pool barrier safety.

To be considered for this position, you will need:

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, codes and standards pertaining to private swimming pool barrier compliance namely the Building Act 2011, Building Regulations 2012, National Construction Code and Australian Standard 1926.1 / 2.

Demonstrated experience in report writing and preparation of documentation.

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

Sound negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Strong sense of autonomy and ability to work unsupervised.

Well-developed computer skills – Microsoft office suite.

Current National Police Clearance and C Class Drivers Licence

Knowledge of Local Government

Previous swimming pool barrier inspection experience is highly regarded.

The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 136464.

Application Instructions:
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. The estimated closure date is 5pm on Sunday the 21st of September but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Matthew Cantrell Senior Compliance Officer at 1300 MY FREO (1300 693 736)

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.