Band 8 - Salary Range $127,546 to $142,788 per annum + 12% Super + ADO
Salary offered will depend on level of skills and experience.
The Opportunity
The Building Services Unit is seeking qualified, experienced, and a highly motivated Building Inspector to join our dynamic and high‐performing team. This is a key role supporting the Building Unit's regulatory, administrative, and enforcement functions. You will play a vital part in ensuring Council meets its statutory obligations under the Building Act 1993, with a strong focus on promoting public safety and maintaining compliance within the built environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‐quality technical and customer service support to align with the objectives of the Building Services Unit.
* Support the Municipal Building Surveyor (MBS) and Team Leader, Building Services, in fulfilling Council's statutory and regulatory obligations under the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018, Local Laws and other relevant legislation and relevant Australian Standards, including risk management responsibilities.
* Conduct inspections and compliance assessments, including investigations into illegal and unsafe buildings, pool compliance and initiate enforcement actions where appropriate. Report findings to the MBS and Team Leader Building Services.
* Deliver accurate, timely and practical regulatory advice to residents, property owners and stakeholders on building and construction related matters.
* Prepare formal documentation and reports, including Building Notices, Building Orders, and other statutory directions as required.
* Respond to customer complaints and enquiries and assist in the processing of applications for report and consent and other related applications and approvals as required.
* Contribute to the review and development of policies and procedures, and actively participate in ongoing professional development, including relevant training, seminars and workshops.
* Represent Council during emergency call‐outs and participate in the after‐hours on‐call emergency response roster as required.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
* Current registration with the Victorian Building Authority as a Building Inspector (Limited or Unlimited) or Building Surveyor (Limited).
* Comprehensive knowledge of the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018, National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards and the Building Plumbing Commission Code of Conduct for Building Surveyors.
* Relevant experience in the building surveying industry and within Local Government, with a strong focus on building surveying, inspections, regulatory compliance and customer service.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
* A current and valid driver's licence is essential.
* White card (Construction Induction Training).
To be eligible for employment at Melton City Council you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.
All successful applicants will need to undertake pre‐employment requirements including but not limited to a satisfactory criminal history record check. Successful applicants must be able to comply with any public health orders applicable to local government.
We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.
Melton City Council is committed to being a child‐safe organisation and has Zero tolerance for child abuse. Melton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child‐safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.
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