Less pressure. More purpose. A surveying role that gives you your life back.
If you're a registered Building Surveyor who loves the technical side of the job but is tired of commercial pressure, relentless timelines and client chasing, this is your opportunity to step into a role where your expertise is respected, and your work genuinely matters.
Murray River Council is seeking an experienced, registered Building Surveyor to join our Development Services team and deliver high‐quality certification and inspection services that directly support safe, compliant and liveable communities.
This is not a desk‐only role, and it's not a cookie‐cutter inspection stream. This role is deliberately structured so you can focus on building surveying, food premises and health‐related inspections are handled by a separate specialist team, meaning you get more time on the inspections and approvals that matter most.
Registered in Victoria? That's okay.
We'll pay for your NSW registration and personally support you through the transition — so you can focus on the work, not the paperwork.
Why you will want this role
* Real work–life balance with hybrid working and predictable hours
* No sales pressure. No fee chasing or commercial targets
* Focus on the good stuff - No food premises or health‐related inspections
* Autonomy and professional trust in your decisions
* Genuine variety not the same inspection every day
* Stability and job security you won't find in private practice
* Council‐funded support for registration, CPD and AAC Membership
* Relocation assistance available if you're ready for a lifestyle reset
What you will be doing
As part of Council's Building Surveying team, you will provide expert advice and carry out Council's statutory functions to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes and standards.
Your responsibilities will include undertaking and signing off a broad range of inspections and approvals, including:
Inspections
* Footings and slabs
* Frame
* Waterproofing
* Stormwater
* Swimming pools
* Final inspections
Approvals & Certification
* Construction Certificates (CCs)
* Complying Development Certificates (CDCs)
You'll also:
* Assess and determine building and development applications
* Act as an authorised officer, issuing notices, orders and directions where required
* Provide trusted technical advice to developers, ratepayers and internal teams
* Support compliance and auditing activities within Council's jurisdiction
* Prepare technical reports, correspondence and evidence as required
* Maintain professional currency and statutory compliance
This role offers exposure to a wide and interesting range of inspections, with autonomy, professional trust and strong internal support.
What you need to be successful
* Registration as a Building Surveyor or Building Inspector (experience essential – not just a qualification)
* Tertiary qualification in Building Surveying
* Strong knowledge of the NCC and relevant legislation
* Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Current Driver's Licence
* WHS White Card (or willing to obtain)
* Candidates currently registered in Victoria are encouraged to apply
About Murray River Council
Join an award‐winning organisation that is modern, dynamic, and genuinely committed to employee satisfaction and engagement. Murray River Council offers a supportive and flexible workplace where staff are encouraged to achieve an ideal work–life balance.
Moama is experiencing significant growth, with rapid residential expansion and strong development activity across the LGA. As our community continues to evolve, so too does the demand for high‐quality development, compliance and building services.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary starting from $94k + negotiable for the right candidate
* Up to $3,000 Relocation allowance available
* Up to $15,600 in salary packaging
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Novated leasing options
* Purchased leave
* Strong commitment to professional development
* Employee Assistance Programs for employees and immediate family members
* Yearly flu vaccinations, plus skin and hearing checks
* Secure local government role with long‐term stability
Further information
A copy of the position description and tips on applying can be found on our website www.murrayriver.nsw.gov.au, or for more information, please contact Dan Tayles, Coordinator Building Services – 1300 087 004.
To Apply
Please submit a current resume, cover letter, addressing the mandatory selection criteria (as outlined in the position description) to
Please note: The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory National Criminal History Check, dated within the last three months, prior to commencing employment.
Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday 17 May 2026
Murray River Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture, where every individual is appreciated and respected. We wholeheartedly embrace diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from individuals of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we take pride in our commitment to providing fair and equitable opportunities for all.
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