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Development Services Officer

  • 501178
  • SA - Adelaide, SA, Australia
  • SA
  • Customer Growth
  • Customer, Community & Engagement
  • Ongoing- Full Time
  • Closing at: Feb 12 2025 at 17:00 ACDT

About the job:

We are seeking a Development Services Officer who will Deliver customer growth through the management of complex requests for multiple inter-related service applications, the administration of SA Water frameworks supporting the Development Industry, and key customer management.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

  • Analyse and manage complex, interrelated service applications for developments and work with the customers and internal stakeholders to determine the requirements to facilitate a successful connection.
  • Identify and action non-standard work for estimation of costs and ensure correct fees are passed on to the customer.
  • Provide expert & accurate information/response to customers and relevant stakeholders, within specified timeframes in an empathetic, timely and tailored manner.
  • Review Final Plans uploaded to the State Planning Commission to facilitate clearance of SA Water requirements and allow for creation of new titles, confirming easements are correct.
  • Deliver professional, clear and accurate customer service and advice across all functions undertaken in the Development Services Team.
  • Identify and participate in service and business improvements and procedures and process documentation is current and supports the delivery of water/recycled water and sewerage services to SA Water customers.

Your success in this role will come from:

  • Qualifications in Customer Service, Business Administration or Land Development related field, or equivalent extensive demonstrated experience.
  • Experience in IBM Maximo applications.
  • Demonstrated experience in the provision of exemplary customer service and telephone techniques.
  • Knowledge of, and experience in, applying the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Community Title legislation
  • Understanding the principles of water and sewerage design and construction.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the Waterworks and Sewerage Act legislation and corporate policies relating to land developments, mains extensions and connections.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.

 Further information can be found in the attached PD Download File Position Description - Development Services Officer.docx


To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Kristie Lewis from the Talent Acquisition team kristie.lewis@sawater.com.au

Applications close 4pm, 12 February 2025.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted. 

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