Project Inspector / Senior Project Inspector

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.

About the Role

The Project Delivery branch are currently recruiting for a Permanent Full-Time Project Inspector as well as a Temporary Full-Time Senior Project Inspector (until June 2027).

The role of the Project Delivery branch to oversee the coordination and safe delivery of all allocated capital projects and management of the Council Asset Management systems and protocols.  

As a Project Inspector you will undertake inspections, regular safety audits and supervision of construction and / or maintenance of assigned council capital works infrastructure projects and provide high level customer service outcomes across the following council construction infrastructure projects (but not limited to): Buildings and facilities, structural, recreational, sports and open space, parks and gardens, mechanical and electrical, emergency, maintenance, and repair work, development related works, asset condition reporting, and performance reporting.

You will supervise capital works projects and conduct thorough inspections of construction sites to ensure adherence to quality standards, service delivery, workmanship and identify and address any deviations from plans or specifications promptly with the contractor and the Project Manager.

You will contribute to the establishment of and monitoring of systems and processes in support of quality management to ensure successful delivery of medium to high complexity projects in partnership with external contractors.

In addition to this, as a Senior Project Inspector you will also be responsible for the compliance with contractual documents, and maintaining industry best practices, managing the performance of contractors, suppliers and consultants, and certifying quality of their work by demonstrating proactive communications and providing guidance to contractors to ensure project compliance.

About you

As a requirement of the roles, you will have well-developed organisational and decision-making skills, including demonstrated achievement in effective planning, organising and co-ordination of diverse and complex tasks and projects in a rapidly changing environment, and strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively to solve problems.

You will possess a certificate IV in Construction and/or demonstrated relevant experience, qualifications and knowledge in construction and maintenance of council infrastructure including the application of contemporary principles, practices, and methods.

As a Senior Project Inspector, you will have proven ability to be a team leader and supervise, develop, and motivate staff in a construction and maintenance environment, along with a demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety, and relevant environmental legislation.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

For the Senior Project Inspector Position Profile click here.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2024-2028.

For specific enquiries contact Chris Sturgess during business hours on 0438 166 122.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.