October 17, 2024

Cessnock City Council

Cessnock

FULL TIME

Swimming Pool Compliance Officer

About the opportunity

Are you passionate about promoting safety and ensuring compliance in aquatic environments? We’re looking for a dedicated Swimming Pool Compliance Officer to join our team in Regulatory Services and play a crucial role in enhancing swimming pool safety through our Council’s Swimming Pool Inspection Program.
In this dynamic position, you will be responsible for conducting inspections and regulatory functions related to swimming pools, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards. You’ll tackle complaints and non-compliance issues head-on while actively increasing community awareness of swimming pool safety.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

$79,228 - $91,738 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

Full-time 35 hours per week
Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
12% superannuation
Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
Paid Parental Leave
Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
Free flu vaccination program
Lease back vehicle - Full private use available
Free parking on-site
Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!

About you:

To thrive in this role, you will need tertiary qualifications that allow for appointment as a Registered Swimming Pool Inspector under the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018 & Regulation 2020. Your strong understanding of key legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, and Swimming Pools Act 1992 will be essential.

What's next?

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the community and help ensure safe swimming experiences, We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter.
Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications Close: Thursday 31 October 2024 at 11.30pm
Who to Contact: Peter White, Team Leader Development and Environmental Compliance on (02) 4993 4105
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.

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