Assistant Building Surveyor
Temporary Full Time until 4 June 2027
Location: Morwell, Victoria
Salary: $80,810.26 to $92,898.75 per annum plus 12% superannuation. Salary offered will depend on level of skills and experience
Department: Safe Communities
Go Further at Latrobe City Council
We are seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to support the Municipal Building Surveyor in providing efficient administration and effective delivery of the regulatory functions defined in the Building Act 1993 and Council Plan.
The Role
As the Assistant Building Surveyor with Latrobe City Council, you will provide a professional and approachable customer focused advisory service to all customers and work towards gaining registration as a building surveyor with the Building & Plumbing Commission.
This position will include the following key responsibilities:
* Provide specialist technical advice on building control matters,
* Support to the Municipal Building Surveyor by carrying out accurate and timely technical assessments of report and consent applications, temporary structure applications and place of public entertainment applications.
* Assist with the carrying out of compliance audits, including the drafting of building notices and building orders.
* Undertake and complete audits of essential safety measures.
* Prepare accurate and timely reports, correspondence and other relevant documents for the consideration of the Municipal Building Surveyor.
* Assess a limited number of building permits, conduct mandatory building inspections and guarantee that appropriate action is undertaken to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications.
* Respond promptly and courteously to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders, in line with Council policies and procedures.
Position initially Fixed-Term full-time for duration of specified period, with potential to make it permanent part-time upon expiration of contract.
You will need:
* Advanced Diploma or Degree in Building Surveying, or currently studying in building surveying, to become registered as a Building Practitioner in the class of Building Surveyor.
* Experience in the building industry, and an understanding of Local Government and its role in the building industry is desirable, but not essential.
* Sound knowledge of Building Act 1993 and the Building Regulations 2018, National Construction Code 2022, relevant Australian Standards and able to apply these to the work being completed throughout Council.
* Proven skills to solve problems related to building matters, including investigation and assessment of complaints and other tasks in a professional manner.
* Demonstrated ability to plan own work schedule, set priorities and organise time frames to meet objectives.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Ability to effectively communicate, gain co-operation and develop networks with internal and external customers, stakeholders and the general public in regard to building related matters.
* Current valid Victorian driver's license.
Successful applicants are required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children's Check and also undergo a pre-employment medical check.
To apply:
Please apply via the Latrobe City Council website. Applications are open until 11:59PM Monday 16 February 2026.
For further information regarding the above position and to view the position description, please visit our website or contact Mason Tennant, Coordinator Building Services on for a confidential discussion.
Go Further at Latrobe City Council
A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will get stuck into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you.
Why work for us?
At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees.
We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance.
At LCC you will enjoy flexible working options, we offer benefits such as salary packaging and access to our health and wellbeing programs.
We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.
Child Safe Organisation
Latrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.
At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at or by calling
We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at or call noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.