Business Lead - Building Surveying

Description:

Who are we:

Our department’s primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed to accelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to find solutions to the urgent demand for housing security.

Our mission focuses on coordinating various portfolios related to housing, housing infrastructure, urban development, and planning. By ensuring sound decisions and efficient management, we strive to create sustainable, well-planned communities offering safe and affordable housing options.

Join us in our endeavour to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community.

The Role:

The key focus areas for this role include leading:

• A responsive culture that delivers key programs or projects.
• Stakeholder management and engagement.
• Effective resources management.
• Implementing reform.
• Coordinating and undertaking inspection and compliance functions in Out of Council Areas

About You:

To be successful in these positions, you must be able to demonstrate experience across the following key capabilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the National and State-based statutory instruments that form part of the Building Rules in SA including the National Construction Code.
• Ability to interpret, review and implement technical Codes and standards.
• High level written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to provide leadership in a team environment, including interpersonal skills which foster trust and cooperation.
• Experience undertaking building rules assessments

Qualification:

• A recognised degree or recognised post graduate qualification in architecture, engineering, building surveying, construction management, building, public policy, law, business management or related discipline.
• Accreditation (or eligibility) as an Accredited Professional – Building Level 1 in South Australia.

Special Conditions

Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal will be required every 3 years.

Remuneration:

PO4 - $110,696, - $120,470

Enquiries:

For all confidential enquiries, please contact Jodie Evans, Director Building, at Jodie.Evans @sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), outlining your skills and experience in relation to the key capabilities outlined in the role statement, a current CV and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.

All applicants must complete a ‘Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector’ form.

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.