At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Building Certification team as a Fire Safety Officer and ensure community safety.
- Company: Camden Council, an innovative and rapidly growing local government organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work hours, and health programs including free vaccinations.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent learning and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your career in fire safety.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications as a Building Surveyor and experience in fire safety assessments required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated.
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Enjoy a 35 hour working week.
Fully maintained leaseback vehicle.
Flexibility through flex leave provisions.
Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave options.
Camden Council are looking for a Fire Safety Officer to join our Building Certification team. This position will see you contributing to the delivery of growth in the local government area through professional development and certification assessment.
We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance. We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people. As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!
- Tertiary qualifications as a Building Surveyor with a training institution listed in Schedule 2 – Qualifications and experience of the NSW Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020.
- Registered with the Building Commission NSW as a Building Surveyor.
- A full working knowledge of the National Construction Code – Building Code of Australia.
- Broad and specific understanding of EPA Act, 1979, Building & Development Certifiers Act, 2018; Swimming Pool Act 1992, Local Government Act, 1993, & associated Regulations as they apply to these Acts.
- Proven ability in effective written and oral communication.
- Demonstrated ability to review processes and procedures and to improve service delivery.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications.
- Demonstrated ability to apply EEO, WH&S and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at all times.
- High level customer service skills.
- Practical experience in fire safety assessment for Class 1b & 2-9 buildings.
- Experience in a supervisory role.
- Experience in group presentations.
Further Information: Debbie Simmonds, Fire Safety Officer on 02 4653 3***
Closing Date for above position: 31/08/2026
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