Are you driven by the opportunity to contribute to safe, compliant, and sustainable buildings? We're seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic professional to become a key member of our Building Surveying Team, delivering high-quality certification services that meet both statutory requirements and community expectations.

In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse range of applications, including:

Construction, Occupation, and Complying Development Certificates.Plumbing and drainage approvals under the Local Government Act.Development Applications.

You will also carry out critical stage inspections and plumbing and drainage inspections to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

To be successful, you’ll need to be eligible for registration as a Building Surveyor – Restricted (Class 1 & 10 buildings) and possess a sound working knowledge of NSW planning legislation and the Building Code of Australia.

YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)

An annual salary between $88,192 - $99,255 dependent upon skills and experience (plus 12% superannuation)Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 35-hour working weekFlexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council’s Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hour agreementAccess to 2 health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas breakAccess to 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unusedAccess to long service leave after 5 years of employmentSalary packaging options available including novated leasingGenerous paid parental leave arrangements for both parentsGenerous reward and recognition programs and initiatives

YOUR CAREER

A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goalsAccess to ongoing professional development and individual development plansOngoing training and support through Council’s cultural development programContinuing Professional Development support for accredited professionalsMentoring and coaching programsOpportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangementsAccess to e-learning platforms

YOUR WELLBEING

A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each yearFree vaccinations and health checksA supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valuedA range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health championsStaff fitness initiativesAccess to a confidential counselling service for you and your family

The contact officer for this position is Peter Day, Team Leader Building Surveying on (02) 4823 4454.

Applications close Friday, 30 January 2026 at 5:00pm.

This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.