Join our highly committed Regulatory Services team as a Fire Prevention Officer. Working as part of the team, you will be undertaking a range of activities to facilitate compliance with a number of Acts and Council By-Laws including the Fire and Emergency Services Act while meeting the service standards of the Council.
Reporting to the Team Leader of Regulatory Services, this position is responsible for performing a wide range of functions to ensure community safety through the provision of regulatory and other services and ensuring Council meets its enforcement obligations.
About Adelaide Hills Council
The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production, and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement, and commitment to service.
We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance, and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
1. Working knowledge of legislation and legal processes relevant to the position including the Local Government Act 1999 (SA), Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005 (SA), Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 (SA), Expiation of Offences Act 1996 (SA), Environment and Protection Act 1994 (SA) and Council By-Laws.
2. Qualifications in Local Government regulatory services (or equivalent) and successful completion of the Fire Prevention Officers course conducted by the CFS (or equivalent) combined with substantial experience in a Local Government regulatory environment.
3. Experience in providing excellent customer-focused results and dealing with difficult customers and situations.
4. Proven time management skills including effectively setting priorities and managing multiple priorities.
5. Current Australian C Class Drivers Licence.
6. A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the Council’s requirements will be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
About our Benefits
Experience the benefits of a career in council:
1. Opportunities for professional development.
2. Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries.
3. A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars, and more.
4. Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.
5. PPE supplied.
6. Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
7. Study Assistance.
How to Apply
Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description and state the reference number from the advert. Please see below for the position description.
Apply by 8.00pm, via SEEK.
Confidential enquiries are welcome to Matt Ahern, Team Leader Regulatory Services on (08) 8408 0461.
The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested.
International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered, or receive an acknowledgement email.
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