Building Inspector

About the role
In this role, you will deliver inspection services across a diverse range of structures, ensuring the right actions are taken to achieve compliance with all relevant Acts and Regulations.

Work type: Permanent, full-time.
Classification: Band 6, $95,760 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide customers with a professional and up to date advisory service and assist the public with enquiries.
• Provide subject matter advice when required to the department leaders and other relevant stakeholders.
• Assisting the Municipal Building Surveyor (or Delegate) in facilitating Part 8 of the Building Act
• Assist in the coordination of key programs of works to ensure Council meets its Statutory obligations in areas such as Swimming Pool and Spa register, Essential Safety Measures Audits, Caravan Parks registrations and renewals, and other priority works as directed.
• Assist in the assessment of building permits applications and other approvals, including Places of Public Entertainment, Temporary Occupancy Permits and Structures.
• Carrying out of mandatory building inspections and other inspections as required by the Act and Regulations (i.e Place of Public Entertainment, Temporary Occupancy Permit and Structures and Public Precautions) 
• Assist in representing Council in public forums, legal proceedings and appeal hearings, including in the preparation of documentation for submission as requested.
• Participate in an emergency on call roster, as required.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a recognised qualification, such as Bachelor of Building Surveying, Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying, or similar.

Essential Experience:

• Experience in undertaking mandatory building inspections under Part 12 of the Building Regulations 2018.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking field inspections to assist clients in understanding requirements of the building legislation and regulations
• Proficient theoretical and practical knowledge and ability to interpret building and associated legislation, regulations and practices.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret building and associated legislation, including Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018. Building Code of Australia and Referenced Australian Standards
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Suite and database management
• Demonstrated people skills to support, influence, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders.
• Current registration in the category of Building Inspector issued by the Building & Plumbing Commission.
• Possess current, valid drivers 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).

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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

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Enquiries: 

Matt Elrington | Municipal Building Surveyor Coordinator Building Services

Matt.Elrington@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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