We are seeking a highly motivated individual to provide assistance to the Building Officers and with building assessment and compliance processes and practices. You will be responsible for recording required development information into the PlanSA Portal, Council information systems and undertaking building inspections under the supervision of the Team Leader Building Services or Senior Building Officer. You will have an understanding of legislative requirements related to building inspections and an ability to contribute to the Development Services Team Values.

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.

Building Cadet Officer Fixed Term (12 months) Part time position (0.5 FTE)

You will be the first point of call for the Building Services Team and provide technical building advice to customers (internal and external) based on the National Construction Code, the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016 (SA) and Planning, Development & Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 (SA), Australian Standards and Council policy and procedures. The position focuses on managing and processing development applications including all building consents issued by Private Accredited Professional and variation applications in the PlanSA Portal. Responding to building related enquiries, maintaining the council Essential Safety Provision register, including annual returns and providing broad support for the activities of the Building Services Team.

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be enrolled in, or in the process of completing a formal Building Surveying tertiary qualification that will provide the recipient an appropriate qualification to obtain Accredited Professional Building Accreditation 4
• Hold a current driver’s license
• Have knowledge of the building assessment and building inspections requirements
• Well-developed ability to understand and evaluate building plans, technical specifications, and development legislation
• Manage time, plan and prioritise projects and tasks and organise work to meet deadlines.
• Exercise initiative and judgement
• Make informed decisions using your judgment, guided by established policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

About our Benefits

Experience the benefits of a career in council:

• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
• Opportunities for professional development
• Informal mentor program
• Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries
• A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more
• Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Uniform Allowance
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Study Assistance

How to Apply

Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description and state the reference number 503. Please see below, for a copy of the position description.

Apply by 5:00pm August 17 2025 via SEEK.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Contact Louis Palumbo, Team Leader Building Services on (08) 8408 0505.

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.

Should your application be successful and move to the next stage, you will be contacted by the Hiring Manager. If you do not receive any communication regarding your application within 20 business days of the advertisement close date your application has been unsuccessful.