About the role
In this role, you will support the delivery of building services across permit assessments, statutory compliance and customer enquiries, while developing your professional skills as a Building Surveyor. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain practical experience interpreting building legislation, assessing applications and contributing to safe and compliant building outcomes for the community.

Work type: Fixed-Term, Full-time opportunity (24-month contract)
Classification: Band 4 $76,010 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with building compliance activities to help ensure buildings meet legislative and safety requirements.
• Working closely with experienced Building Surveyors to develop technical knowledge and practical industry experience.
• Supporting the assessment of building permit and report and consent applications.
• Providing advice and assistance to customers, stakeholders and internal teams on general building matters.
• Assisting with compliance, statutory registration and building services activities.
• Developing practical knowledge of building legislation and regulatory requirements through on-the-job learning and mentoring.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a genuine interest in building surveying and a desire to develop your career in a supportive local government environment. You will enjoy working with people, solving problems and delivering positive outcomes for customers and the community.

Essential Experience:

• Currently studying or recently completed a qualification in Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A current and valid Victorian Driver’s Licence.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries:  James White | Senior Building Surveyor Team Leader | JWhite@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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