Speers Point, New South Wales
Senior Building Surveyor
We are seeking a highly capable and motivated Senior Building Surveyor to join our Development Assessment and Certification team within a progressive and customer-focused environment. This key leadership role will guide a team of assessing officers responsible for managing a high volume of development applications, construction certificates and complying development certificates. You will also apply your specialist expertise to undertake registered certifier and principal certifier functions on behalf of Council, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality built outcomes for the community.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, coach and develop staff, including performance planning and recruitment participation
* Coordinate day-to-day team operations and contribute to policy and procedural improvements
* Undertake compliance, regulatory and certification functions in accordance with legislation
* Investigate and resolve complex building and compliance matters, including stakeholder disputes
* Provide high-level technical advice, reports and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
* Represent Council in formal settings including court, panels and industry forums
* Undertake registered certifier and principal certifier responsibilities for complex building types
* Support continuous improvement and business improvement initiatives within the building team
Key Qualifications
* Degree or Graduate Diploma in Building (or equivalent relevant qualification) and extensive experience in development assessment and certification
* Registration with NSW Fair Trading as a Building Surveyor (Restricted – all classes of buildings) under the Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020
* Strong knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC) and Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
* Proven experience in building certification, compliance and regulatory assessment
* Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and develop staff in a technical environment
* Strong report writing, investigation and evidence-gathering skills suitable for legal or formal proceedings
* High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills across internal and external audiences
* Class C Driver's Licence
Benefits
* Competitive salary from $114,363 to $132,908 a year plus 12 % superannuation
* Annual salary reviews and movement through the salary range
* 35‐hour working week with a 9‐day fortnight or condensed 4‐day work week
* Weekly pay, optional leaseback vehicle and corporate gym membership from $8 per week
* Flexible working arrangements supporting work‐life balance
* Leadership opportunity with real influence over team capability and service delivery
* Work closely with senior leaders on business improvement and service innovation
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Health and wellbeing programs including gym discounts, EAP support and wellbeing initiatives
* Free parking and accessible workplace location
* Supportive, collaborative and professional team environment
* Opportunity to contribute to high‐impact development outcomes across a growing city
Equal Opportunity
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
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