Building Code Lawyer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Building Code Lawyer. Terms and conditions vacancy

• High profile Federal Government Agency
• Experienced and friendly team
• APS 5 Full-time permanent position

About us

At the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) we work to ensure the building industry is fair, efficient and productive. Our improved workplace relations framework benefits all industry participants and the Australian economy.

We work to achieve this framework by providing assistance, advice and education to the industry; monitoring and promoting compliance with relevant laws; undertaking enforcement activities; and using information and analysis to inform decision making.

About the Position

The ABCC is seeking a Building Code Lawyer to become part of the Building Code Group. This is an exciting opportunity for a legally qualified candidate seeking to develop new skills in implementing Government compliance, while gaining an expert understanding of the application of the Building Code 2016 in the Australian building and construction industry.

The Building Code Group deals with all aspects of education, compliance and enforcement regarding the Code.

Reporting to the Manager - Government Code Compliance, the Building Code Lawyer will assist in implementing Government Code compliance requirements by assessing Workplace Relations Management Plans for compliance with the Code, drafting correspondence and providing advice to stakeholders and assisting with answering enquiries relating to the Code. 

The successful candidate will have knowledge or an ability to readily acquire knowledge of the Code. The successful candidate will be admitted as a legal practitioner and will be engaged at the APS 5 level. The position will be located in either Canberra, Melbourne or the Adelaide office.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Demonstrated experience in advising on legal issues
• High-level oral and written communication skills and the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
• Well-developed analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to analyse information and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence.
• The ability to meet deadlines, manage work priorities and work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of the role and functions of the ABCC, including the Code.

What you’ll get in return

At the ABCC, we recognise, appreciate and seek to harness our people's individual skills and talents. You will thrive in our vibrant, down to earth yet stimulating environment that empowers our people to succeed.

We recognise the increasing importance of flexible work options and family friendly work practices in maintaining a diverse, adaptive and high performing workforce. Not only will you receive high quality training and support (both formal and on-the-job), but we also offer an attractive base salary of $77,469 plus 15.4% superannuation.

What you need to do now

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, click Apply Now or contact Janine Drennan, National Manager – Building Code on (03) 8509 3033 for more information.

It is important that applicants view the full candidate information kit, available on the jobs list portal, before applying.

To be eligible for employment all preferred candidates are required to undergo pre-employment screening. Screening checks include character, security and health clearances. Some positions may require additional checks to be performed and require a security clearance.

For more information about the position and how to apply, please visit https://www.abcc.gov.au/current-vacancies.

Closing Date is 11:30 pm, 22 July 2018