Senior DDA/Access Consultant

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia MBC Group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About MBC Group

MBC Group is a leading building consultancy firm with capability in the office, retail, industrial, government, education, health, and aged care sectors.

Our offices are located in Manly (head office), Newcastle and North Strathfield. Known to being proactive, personable and accessible, MBC Group is committed to providing professional service designed to meet the specific requirements of clients in achieving cost-effective and functional developments.

MBC Group aims to be a trusted partner in building surveying, accessibility and compliance and is currently in search of a DDA/Access Consultant to be a part of our dynamic and growing organisation.

Job Description and Key Responsibilities

  • Assessing project documentation and liaising with clients to make recommendations in line with the Building Code of Australia, relevant Access Standards, and the Disability Discrimination Act.
  • Reviewing architectural plans and designs to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and regulations.
  • Generating detailed reports outlining areas of non-compliance and proposed solutions.
  • Regularly reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of implemented accessibility features.
  • Making adjustments and improvements based on feedback and evolving accessibility standards.
  • Engaging in continuous learning to stay informed about advancements in accessible design and disability accommodations.
  • Networking with other accessibility professionals, disability advocates, and industry experts.
  • Keeping timesheets for projects.
  • Conducting research.
  • Providing input for invoicing.

Ideally, you will have

  • Proven experience working on large, complex commercial projects.
  • Membership with the Association of Consultants in Access Australia (minimum Associate level desired).
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Aspirations to grow your career in accessibility.
  • Attention to detail and a proven ability to write high-quality and considered reports.
  • A professional attitude, friendly personality, and self-motivation.
  • Well-organized with high attention to detail.
  • Highly literate and numerate.
  • Able to manage people and communication to get the desired result.
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
  • Willingness to cooperatively work with others but can also work autonomously.
  • Humble in your approach.
  • A valid car license.

Qualifications & Competencies

  • Strong prior experience as an Access Consultant, with a preference for experience in educational projects.
  • Detailed understanding of statutory requirements and regulations, including the National Construction Code and associated Australian Standards.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Access Consulting, Architecture, or Civil Engineering.
  • Well-developed skills in oral and written communication over a wide spectrum of people (colleagues, clients, suppliers and general public) with the ability to discuss, persuade, convince and negotiate to resolve problems.
  • Excellent organisation skills, able to work autonomously as well as the ability to multitask to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer and keyboard skills and fully competent in the use of the Microsoft office package and Outlook

Culture and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement, as well as:

  • Regular social committee events.
  • Exposure to diverse roles.
  • Fantastic training and development opportunities, including an annual review to plan your career development.
  • Access to Health & Wellbeing Platform benefits.
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.

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