Assistant Building Surveyor

Join Banyule City Council as an Assistant Building Surveyor 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Are you passionate about building safety, compliance, and community service? Banyule City Council is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Building Surveyor to join our award‑winning organisation, renowned for its customer‑focused culture, innovation, and commitment to continuous improvement. About The Role And What You'll Do Banyule Bpi is uniquely placed by delivering both statutory functions for Banyule Council Municipality and also offers a building permit service to Banyule residents as well as surrounding suburbs. This enables team members to be exposed to all facets of the building surveying profession, encouraging growth, continuous improvement, learning and upskilling. In this diverse role you'll: provide support to the Municipal Building Surveyor in providing an effective building enforcement and building permit service. provide information and assistance to members of the community in regard to policies and legislation, including Building Control responsibilities of Council and Building Regulations. consistently contribute to the building team in all aspects of both statutory and permit functions and positive customer service outcomes. About You (what You'll Bring / what We Are Looking For) Tertiary qualification in Building Surveying (Bachelor degree or Advanced Diploma in Building Surveying) or currently undertaking. Previous experience with building surveying/inspections. Demonstrated technical knowledge of Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2018, and the ability to apply this knowledge. Well‑developed written and oral communication skills. Ability to liaise effectively with a broad range of people with varying social and economic backgrounds. Ability to work in a busy team environment, as well as independently. Pre‑employment Requirements Driver's Licence We Offer Salary $98,255.03 to $106,820.88 per annum, plus super. A permanent, full‑time position with a monthly RDO. 26 weeks of paid parental leave—primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave—partner. A collaborative, inclusive, and progressive work environment. Professional growth and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Award‑winning learning and development opportunities. Health and well‑being initiatives including Fitness Passport. A supportive workplace with great flexibility and a focus on wellbeing. How To Apply Please submit a resume and a cover letter outlining your demonstrable achievements aligned to the ‘key selection criteria’ in the position description. For further details about this position, please see the position description. If you have any questions, please call Vince Angarano or Emily Midson on for a confidential conversation. Applications close: 21 November 2025 at 11:45pm. Why choose Banyule? Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. You'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Government Administration Location: West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Equal Opportunity Statement Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email Our Values Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council. Diversity Statement Our community is made up of diverse cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well‑being of an inclusive community. Acknowledgment of Traditional Custodians Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi‑wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history. Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all. Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment Banyule City Council is a child‑safe organisation committed to the safety and well‑being of children. Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child‑safe organisation we are committed to providing a child‑safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr