Senior Building Surveyor

vor 1 Woche

Sydney, Österreich Planned Resources Vollzeit
  • Location: Wagga Wagga City Council, NSW. This position may require relocation.
  • Access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours Agreement and Council Leaseback Vehicle.

About the Organisation

Wagga Wagga City Council is the largest inland city in NSW, undergoing rapid changes as the result of strong organic growth, major investment from the state government and several national construction projects. It is strategically located at a national transport node offering connection to road, rail and air and act as the economic hub for the Riverina, serving a catchment of over 175,000 people. The city offers a range of services and facilities typically found in a metropolitan setting, including a diverse economy, extensive school and university education options, healthcare, the arts and community events, regional and national sporting facilities and a vibrant entertainment and retail sector. 

City Prospectus

Wagga Wagga is evolving as it responds to these dynamics and grows towards 100,000 people. There is a unique opportunity to leverage off the scale and diversity of investments and to create a legacy for its future community. The Special Activation Precinct will see the creation of up to 6,000 jobs and the northern growth area will see 15,000 new residents come to our city when completed. The recently opened Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics hub is operating daily services to national and international markets. The essential services provided by Council including the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre, Livestock Marketing Exchange, Wagga Wagga Airport and Gregadoo Waste Management Facility must plan for and service the expanding needs of our city.

Have you thought about a career in Wagga Wagga? Click here: Working with Wagga Wagga City Council - Why work in Wagga? 

About the Role

This position is responsible for effectively working as part of the Development Assessment and Building Certification Team at a senior level to deliver high quality building assessment and certification services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct assessment of Development Applications, Complying Development Certificates, Construction Certificates, Occupation Certificates, building information certificates and applications for movable dwellings, plumbing and drainage works, inspections, Swimming Pool compliance applications under the Swimming Pools Act 1992 for all classes of buildings under s68 of the Local Government Act 1993.
  • Conduct inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial building/premises for component compliance, safety and building information certificates subject to Accreditation Level. 
  • Participate in meetings/consultations with relevant stakeholders. 
  • Undertake compliance and enforcement functions that affect the Local Government Area.
  • Assess performance-based alternative solutions under the NCC and provide support in performance-based alternative solution assessment to colleagues.
  • Assist in the development of policies, programs, and procedures relating to the Development 
  • Assessment and Building Certification team’s responsibilities. 
  • Assist in the mentoring and development of team members in consultation with the Building Certification Coordinator. 
  • Preparation of reports, briefings, and general. 
  • Maintain an awareness of legislative and policy changes that impact on the responsibilities of the Development Assessment and Building Certification team. 
  • Issuing of Notices to Comply and collation and preparation of relevant evidence for legal proceedings and acting as a Council representative in the Land and Environment Court as required.

Skills and Experience

  • Tertiary qualifications relevant to the role (i.e., Advanced Diploma in Building Surveying, Bachelor of Building Surveying).
  • Hold a minimum accreditation level of Building Surveyor – Restricted (all classes of buildings) (formerly A2) or Building Surveyor - Unrestricted (formerly A1) (preferred). 
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in building surveying or related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and working effectively in a team and independently.
  • Substantial experience relevant to the role including legislative interpretation e.g., NCC, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, applicable Australian Standards etc.
  • Highly developed time management, planning, administrative and computer skills. 
  • High level of communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills including conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Salary package in the area of $101K -$121K TRP with an annual Accreditation Allowance of $6,000 (A1 Accreditation) or $4,000 (A2 Accreditation), generous leave entitlements and ongoing training and development opportunities. Interstate candidates encouraged to apply if seeking a change of scenery.

The Council provides a supportive work environment, opportunities for career development, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the local community. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, Wagga Wagga City Council is a great place to work for those who are passionate about creating a better future for the region.

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Wagga Wagga City Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.

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