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Noosa Council values the contribution of our people and is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, respected and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and are proud to foster an inclusive environment that promotes health and wellbeing, work-life balance and meaningful career development.

Join our supportive and progressive organisation and be part of a team delivering on our vision - ‘Noosa Shire - different by nature’

Building Officer

The Opportunity

Join the Building Services team and play a key role in supporting the delivery of building regulatory services across Noosa Shire. In this varied role, you'll provide technical and administrative support, assist customers with building compliance and certification processes, and contribute to the efficient assessment and coordination of development applications and regulatory services.

Vacancy Details

• Position Status - Full-Time
• Employment Type - Permanent
• Department - Development and Regulation
• Branch - Building and Plumbing
• Classification - Qld LGIA (Stream A) - State 2017, Division 2, Section 1 - Administrative, Clerical, Technical, Professional, Community Service, Supervisory and Managerial Services
• Position Remuneration - LGOA Level 4
• $93,213 base annual salary
• $105,804 Total Remuneration Package which is based on a full-time employee and inclusive of 12% Employer superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Location - Noosaville Depot
• Advertised - Internally and Externally
• Closing Date - 11.59pm (AEST) Thursday 19 November 2026

About You

You're an organised and customer-focused professional with experience in the building industry or a regulatory environment. You enjoy working with legislation, technical information and administrative processes, and are comfortable providing advice and assistance to customers and stakeholders. With strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, you're committed to delivering accurate, timely and professional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative and business support to the Building Services team and contribute to the efficient delivery of regulatory services.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers, providing advice and assistance on building legislation, certification processes and compliance requirements.
• Support the assessment and processing of development applications, referral requests and statutory approvals, ensuring legislative timeframes are met.
• Conduct technical audits and reviews of building approvals, prepare correspondence and reports, and contribute to the continuous improvement of business systems and processes.

Skills and Experience

• Experience providing high-level administrative support in a customer-focused environment.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, Queensland building legislation, including the Planning Act 2016, Building Act 1975, Building Regulation 2021 and the National Construction Code.
• Experience working within the building industry, including an understanding of building certification processes, documentation requirements and inspection obligations.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify practical solutions and process improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing correspondence, reports and technical documentation.
• Strong customer service, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn new business systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing competing priorities and sensitive information.

Qualifications

Essential

• Certificate IV in Business, Local Government or another relevant discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Current C Class driver licence.

Desirable

• Project Management qualifications.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations or an equivalent qualification.

Work where others Holiday. Be part of something Different.

At Noosa Council, being Different by Nature is more than our location, it reflects how we work, how we support our people, and how we serve our community. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, where diversity is valued and equal opportunity underpins our recruitment, development and career opportunities.

Our people play an important role in protecting Noosa’s unique natural environment while delivering services that support a thriving and sustainable community. Through our Certified Agreement 2025 and broader workforce initiatives, we have made a strategic investment in our employees to provide financial security, modern flexibility and meaningful wellbeing support throughout their careers.

Financial Security and Stability

• Guaranteed salary increase as part of the Certified Agreement, delivering 14.5% increase over 3 years or CPI (whichever is greater)
• 12% employer superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading

Flexible Work and Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working arrangements in consultation with your manager
• Modern flex-time framework allowing employees to adjust working hours and bank time
• Ability to structure work patterns to support family, personal and professional commitments
• Right to Disconnect provisions, supporting clear boundaries between work and personal time

Health, Wellbeing and Support

• 5 days Wellbeing Leave supporting mental health and personal wellbeing
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave supporting preventative care, treatment and reproductive health needs
• 20 days Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential professional support
• Workplace wellness initiatives and wellbeing programs
• Discounted access to Council facilities
• Annual flu vaccination program/annual skin checks

Family and Community Support

• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers
• 2 weeks paid partner leave for secondary caregivers
• Access to carers leave to support family responsibilities

Career Development and Opportunity

• Training, mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Internal career mobility and secondment opportunities
• Opportunities to broaden experience through Council projects and initiatives.
• The ability to contribute to meaningful work that supports the long-term sustainability of the Noosa community

Further Questions

Please contact Brad Geaney, Coordinator Building Services on (07) 5329 6*** for any further information.

About Us

Noosa Council is located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Covering an area of 872 square km. Noosa has a proud history of preserving its natural environment and is recognised by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The region offers a unique mix of stunning beaches, national parks, lakes and lush hinterland, which makes it one of the greatest places in Australia to live and work.

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