We are a niche consulting multi-disciplinary firm with offices in Sydney and Newcastle. We have a convenient, modern and comfortable work environment in its start-up phase. We are looking for a Plans and Permits officer to join our team.

Our firm primarily specialises in the architectural design of residential buildings, including dwellings and medium-density construction. The majority of work will relate to existing buildings that have been damaged by fires, tree impacts and vehicle impacts. A part of the role would include lodging to council portals and preparing documentation relating to permits.

Necessary skills include:

• Lodging DA  Applications onto the portal, managing the DA process, preparing Statement of Environment, Waste Management Plans, etc.
• Manage multiple projects and processes concurrently by assisting with preparation and review of documents for lodgement to council portals
• Co-ordinate with subconsultants, including heritage, bushfire, stormwater, structural, civil, surveyors, and arborists.
• Drive the design process with building designers, engineers, sub consultants by monitoring project progress
• Experienced in using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Building Standards and the National Construction Code (NCC)
• Proactively identifying opportunities to develop processes and contributing to continuous improvement in procedures

What you'll bring ...

• A high level of attention to detail, accurate and able to problem solve in the shortest possible time.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated team worker with high-level organisational skills in order to work independently and meet strict work deadlines
• Ability to multitask on a range of competing deadlines, working with the design team to meet priorities.
• Proficient in spoken and written English, able to interact and communicate effectively at all levels with staff and clients and participate in the continuing growth of our company.
• Able to commence work as soon as possible.
• 1-2 years of experience in the same or a similar role (preferred).

This is a great opportunity to join a family-operated company at its start-up growth phase.

An attractive salary will be offered, depending on your qualifications and experience, in line with market rates.

We expect the role to be autonomous, with potential for growth into senior/lead roles for the right candidate and as the business grows.

Visa sponsorships may be considered.