OverviewJoin to apply for the Senior Building Surveyor role at Careers at Council.Windsor, Current South Wales – Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW, covering 2,800 square kilometres with urban and rural communities.
We are committed to delivering outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
We strive to be an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.The RoleReporting to the Coordinator Building Surveyor and based in Windsor NSW, the Senior Building Surveyor position is available on a temporary full-time basis.
This role provides an efficient and effective service in relation to certification work, fire safety and development assessment to ensure that development achieves Council's objectives.
You may encounter constraints such as bushfire, flooding, heritage, landslip, threatened species, koala habitat and acid sulphate soils.
You will need a strong work ethic and be willing to take on challenges.
Opportunities exist for process improvements and special projects.ResponsibilitiesProvide certification, fire safety and development assessment services to ensure development achieves Council objectives.Support process improvements and participate in special projects as needed.Essential CriteriaTertiary qualification in building surveying, environmental health or equivalentExtensive relevant experience in development assessment including complex developmentsComprehensive knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation and regulationsRegistered as a Building Certifier with Fair Trading NSWDemonstrated computer skillsCurrent Class C Drivers LicenceThe right to live and work in AustraliaWHS General Construction Work in NSWWorking with Children Check (WWCC)Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declarationSalary and BenefitsFull-Time Temporary position until 31/01/2027Salary Range $103k - $124k per annum9 Day FortnightFitness PassportOn-Site ParkingLeaseback Vehicle OptionTo ApplyFor position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit the Hawkesbury City Council website: close Sunday, 19 October 2025.
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.Please note that canvassing Councillors regarding these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
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📌 Senior Building Surveyor
🏢 Careers at Council
📍 Sydney