Building Certifier (3790) – Permanent Full Time
Shape the future of our community—one building at a time!
About Us
Livingstone Shire sits along the stunning Capricorn Coast, covering 11,776 square kilometres and home to nearly 41,000 residents. Since its formation in 2013, Council has grown into a values-driven organisation with around 400 staff committed to delivering for our community.
Our region is known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant community spirit. It’s a place where connection matters, and where nature and opportunity live side by side.
Council’s culture is built on Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential, and Positivity; values that guide how we work and how we lead.
Our vision is to be A prosperous region for families, business, and future generations. We are committed to creating a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive community where people thrive, nature is protected, and innovation drives progress.
Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:
- Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
- Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
- Efficiency in Delivery - Streamlined processes, elimination of red tape, and smart resource allocation to maximise value for ratepayers and opportunity for Business diversity and growth.
- Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating opportunity to protect and value Livingstone’s natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.
The Role
Join our Communities and Environment portfolio as a Building Certifier and play a key role in delivering Council’s commercial building certification services. This position ensures compliance with relevant legislation and building codes while fostering strong relationships with the community and internal stakeholders and interested candidates will have demonstrated customer services experience supported with effective written and verbal skills.
Candidates will have strong knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code of Australia, and relevant standards and the ability to interpret plans and drawings with excellent attention to detail. Key skills requirement for this role is proven time management, organisational ability to meet statutory deadlines.
What you’ll be doing:
- Communicating with and overseeing contractors and internal teams to deliver exceptional maintenance and operational outcomes.
- Assess and determine development applications for building works and concurrence agency assessments under the Queensland Development Code.
- Administer requirements of the Building Act and associated regulations, including compliance reviews.
- Conduct inspections across all building classes and swimming pool safety during construction stages, issuing certificates and preparing related documentation.
- Provide expert technical advice on building matters to the public, Council, and internal teams.
- Represent Council as an expert witness in Building/Development Tribunals when required.
- Contribute to policy updates, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and uphold Council’s values and behaviours.
Mandatory Requirements for the role:
- Diploma of Project Management or Mechanical/Electrical Trade and/or substantial experience and demonstrated knowledge of contract and project management delivery of aquatic facility operations and building and maintenance management.
- Bachelor of Building Surveying and Certification or Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying.
- Accreditation as a Level Two Building Certifier (all classes up to three storeys and 2,000m²).
- Swimming Pool Safety Inspector Licence and Construction Industry Induction (White Card).
- Current “C” Class driver’s licence.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a progressive Council committed to community wellbeing and sustainable development.
- Work in a supportive team environment that values professionalism, integrity, and collaboration.
- Enjoy a coastal lifestyle in the beautiful Livingstone Shire region.
- Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
Benefits:
- Annual Salary of $94,341 (QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5);
- Work life balance with a 9-day fortnight;
- Relocation assistance available (if eligible);
- Salary Packaging options;
- Values driven team environment; and
- Positive safety culture – See. Stop. Report.
To apply for this position please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume and any relevant qualifications/tickets or licences.
Applications close midnight Monday, 5 January 2026 (AEST).
Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.