Development Programs Officer

1 week ago

Merrylands, New South Wales, Australia Cumberland City Council Full time

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area 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 and 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:


The Development Programs Officer role is to 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 awnings over public space as well as meeting Council's legislative obligations in relation to swimming pool barriers and public awnings.

This is to ensure that Cumberland Council is at the forefront of Development Operations.

The successful applicant will require:

  • Relevant Tertiary qualifications in health & building, other equivalent qualifications and/or relevant demonstrated experience.
  • Accreditation as an E1 Certifier under the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018 and Regulation or extensive experience in swimming pool inspection according to Swimming Pool Act.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the implementation of Council's responsibilities and functions under the Swimming Pools Act 1992, Swimming Pools Regulation 2018 and relevant Australian Standards for pool barriers.
  • Extensive experience and knowledge of the Local Government Act 1993, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021 and other local government legislation.
  • Ability to meet deadlines on a daily basis and possession of proven time management skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in issuing Notices and Order under Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and/or Notices and Directions under the Swimming Pools Act
  • Ability to liaise with customers in an effective manner and to present a positive image of Council.
  • Ability to work within a team environment.
  • Current class C Drivers Licence.
Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

  • Permanent, fulltime position
  • 70 hour fortnight
  • Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement
  • Located at Council's Merrylands office, with occasional 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 11 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,656.10 to $1,904.51 per week, plus 11% superannuation
  • The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
  • Leaseback vehicle
  • Mobile phone

WHAT WE CAN OFFER:

  • We promote worklife balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for frontfacing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
  • 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)
  • Corporate Health Insurance discounts
  • Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID19 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:

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents.

What you'll need to have for this role:

  • Must be eligible to work in Australia
  • Must agree to provide information for preemployment checks required for the position
  • May be required to participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure
  • Must provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council's COVID19 Vaccination Procedure.

Enquiries:
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