Building Contracts Officer

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

This is an exciting permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced Building Contracts Officer within our Building and Construction Maintenance section.

This role is primarily responsible to administer building contracts relating to fire safety, pest control, defibrillators, emergency evacuation plans, to ensure compliance with the Building Code of Australia, Australian Standards and any current state or local Council requirements, and carry out maintenance compliance inspections related to these contracts. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Relevant degree in a field of Contract Management 
• In-depth experience carrying out contract management for Fire safety, defibrillators, emergency evacuation, pest control and other building compliance works
• Class C drivers’ licence
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in contract management
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Computer literate
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to work within a team environment. 

Desirable:

• An accredited practitioner (fire safety) 
• Pest control technician licence
• Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,796.10 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Leaseback vehicle
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs. 

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child-safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, well-being and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging-out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
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Closing Date:           Friday 8 March 2024, 11.59 pm      

Contact Officer:       Zulfi Khan on 9839 6102

INTERNAL REF:       BCC1941