Plumbing & Drainage Inspector - Field Compliance

Ballina Shire Council; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation assistance

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Ballina Shire Council is seeking a Plumbing and Drainage Officer to regulate installations across the Shire. The role combines field inspections, regulatory duties and expert technical assessment to support public health and environmental outcomes.

Reporting to the Coordinator Building Services, you will assess applications, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with AS 3500, the NSW Plumbing Code, and BASIX requirements.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Plumbing and Drainage as required by regulator.
• Proven knowledge of AS 3500 and NSW Plumbing Code of Practice.
• Experience inspecting and regulating plumbing & drainage installations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections and regulate plumbing and drainage installations in the Council area.
• Oversee Onsite Wastewater Management Systems (OWMS).
• Assess and determine plumbing, drainage and OWMS applications; provide expert technical advice.
• Combine field inspections, regulatory duties and customer service to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Plumbing & Drainage

Australian Standards 3500

NSW Plumbing Code

Field experience as tradesperson

BASIX understanding

Regulatory knowledge

Customer service

Education

Plumbing & Drainage qualification or related field

Job description

Ballina Shire Council is seeking a Plumbing and Drainage Officer to regulate installations across the Shire. The role combines field inspections, regulatory duties and expert technical assessment to support public health and environmental outcomes.

Reporting to the Coordinator Building Services, you will assess applications, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with AS 3500, the NSW Plumbing Code, and BASIX requirements.