Senior Building Surveyor

Senior Building Surveyor

• Picton location
• Competitive salary and fully maintained leaseback vehicle
• Flexibility and hybrid work arrangements
• Join a growth Council that ranks in the top 5% of the local government employee engagement benchmark

Wollondilly Shire Council has the fastest approvals for development applications in Greater Sydney and are on the lookout for experienced Building Surveyors to join the team! 

About Council

Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Staff Social activities

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced professionals to join Council's Building Approval and Certification Team. As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will collaborate closely with a supportive and experienced team to effectively communicate and champion Council's policies and legislative requirements to clients, staff, and external agencies on matters concerning Building Surveying, Building Certification, Planning, and Fire Safety.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health and Building, Building Surveying or a related field and a minimum of four (4) years’ relevant work experience.
• Accreditation with NSW Fair Trading at a registration level of Building Surveyor – restricted (class 1 and 10 buildings).
• A sound working knowledge of NSW Planning Legislation as it relates to the position.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in assessment and inspection of Class 1 and 10 Buildings under the National Construction Code as well as assessment of Section 68 matters including sanitary drainage.
• Class C Drivers Licence.

Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly an even better place, together.

Further Information: Stephen Harris, Team Leader Building Approval and Certification on 4677 9682.

Closing Date: 5:00pm Monday, 21 October 2024.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to workplace diversity.