Senior Technical Officer

Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety; Canning; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Working at home

Job summary

Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety is seeking a Senior Technical Officer to join the Audit Branch within the Building Compliance Directorate. You will audit complex building work, research emerging issues and develop practical solutions to improve compliance across WA.

You will provide high-level guidance on building standards to industry, local governments and government agencies, build relationships, and contribute to industry education through seminars and

Qualifications

• Highly developed and specialised skills in a building-related discipline.
• Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Audit complex building work and research technical building issues that emerge through the audit program.
• Provide specialist high-level advice on building standards to industry and stakeholders.
• Develop technical guidance materials and deliver presentations/seminars at industry forums.

Skills

Building discipline expertise

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Permanent Appointment Apply your building expertise to improve compliance, influence industry practice and support safer building outcomes across Western Australia. Are you an experienced building professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for building standards? Join a collaborative team that plays an important role in monitoring compliance, identifying emerging industry issues and supporting continuous improvement across the building sector. Would you also like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment?

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• flexible working hours
• working at home

To help support you and get the best results possible for our community. Here at LGIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. So, if you’re a diligent and civic-minded individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for improving outcomes for the community, then LGIRS is the agency for you.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Technical Officer, you will join the Audit Branch within the Building Compliance Directorate of the Building and Energy Division and play a key role in auditing complex building work and researching technical building issues that emerge through the audit program. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, you will identify current and emerging building issues, undertake detailed analysis and research, and develop practical solutions to support improved compliance and industry outcomes. You will conduct audit inspections and assess compliance with relevant legislation, building codes and standards, including the National Construction Code. In this role, you will provide specialist high-level advice on building standards to industry, local governments, government agencies and other key stakeholders. You will build and maintain productive relationships across these groups, collaborating to address complex building issues and improve industry outcomes. You will also contribute to industry education initiatives by developing technical guidance materials and delivering presentations and seminars, while representing the Department at industry forums, committees and working groups as required.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise. To be eligible for fixed term employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia or have a valid visa to live and work in Australia for the duration of the fixed term employment at the time of application. Should a qualification be required for this position, applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements. Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service). To be employed with LGIRS, you must meet the pre-employment requirements of the position and provide consent to undertake relevant pre-employment screening, which may include a Conflict of Interest Declaration, medical assessment, psychometric assessment, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and/or other relevant checks and clearances.

Qualifications

To succeed in this position, you will bring highly developed and specialised skills and experience in a building-related discipline, together with strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving abilities. You will demonstrate excellent negotiation, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a diverse range of audiences. Please note that this position requires intrastate and occasional interstate travel.

Please contact Paul da Costa, Audit Manager on [phone] or via [e-mail] or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on LGIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

Supporting Diversity and Inclusion

LGIRS is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace. We want everyone to feel valued and empowered to contribute. Inclusion is central to our values of collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (CARE). We recognise that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation. Different perspectives, experiences, and ideas help us better CARE for the Western Australian community. As an equal opportunity employer, and in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, young people, and people of diverse sexualities and genders. We are proud members of the Hidden Disability Sunflower Program and the Australian Disability Network . LGIRS is also a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program . Our engagement with these programs and networks reflects our commitment to supporting accessible and inclusive employment for individuals, as well as those with caring responsibilities through flexible work practices. We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment.

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at [e-mail].

Closing Date : 4.00 pm on Monday, 23 November 2026 (WST) Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted . It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time. We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.