Permits Officer

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Metricon Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

**Love Where You Work

Metricon Homes, Australia's largest home builder is committed to recruiting outstanding individuals who share our passion for delivering quality, service and award winning living solutions for Australian families.**
We are currently seeking a driven and attention-to-detail focused individual to join our professional Permits Team based at our stunning state-of-the-art Geelong Office.

We are looking for a 'can-do attitude' and an eye for detail. If you are seeking a rewarding career in the Residential construction industry and would like to join Australia's Largest and Number One Home Builder, then apply today

Reporting to the Operations Support Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Prepare documentation and liaise with relevant Councils to arrange the prompt lodgement of plans and necessary building approvals to enable the construction process to commence in a timely manner
  • Assisting with land compliance assessments
  • Checking of the site start list and ensure actions are taken when required
  • Make sure all administration procedures and policies are adhered to
  • Generating reports based on findings and making all necessary recommendations
  • Liaising with external service providers and internal departments; and
  • Preparation of permit documentation for the building process.

Metricon will offer you:

  • Work out of a fun, family environment and stylish Geelong Office
  • Incredible culture that you will love coming to work and be around
  • Work for such an Iconic Brand and come for a career
  • Be supported by a management team with a culture where you matter
  • No two days are the same and no two customers are the same - so learn each & everyday on the job
  • We promote mentoring and provide genuine opportunities for role progression, along with a competitive salary, and salary package opportunities
  • Attractive housing discounts on our award-winning homes
  • You Matter Physical fitness, free flu vaccinations, nutrition and mental well being are just some of the programs we sponsor at Metricon to address your wellbeing
  • 24/7 access to our LifeWorks confidential support program which includes coaching for success and navigating personal and work challenges; and
  • Exclusive access to building discounts, supplier / trade discounts, and retail discounts with big name brands through our rewards platform.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Technical building industry experience preferred - ideally in permits
  • A sound understanding of Local Council and Consent Authority approvals process
  • Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to manage customer expectations
  • Enthusiasm and a passion for customer service
  • Strong administrative skills
  • Outstanding organisational and time management capabilities; and
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment.

**If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and experience to excel in this role, then apply with your Cover Letter and Resume.

This role requires a national police check to be undertaken by the successful candidate**

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