Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Building Surveyor

Here at CBCity 
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially, and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role
CBCity has a permanent full-time opportunity for an experienced Building Surveyor with highly developed interpersonal skills to join our Building Certification team. This team is responsible for ensuring Council meets its development assessment and building certification duties whilst being responsible for the enforcement of building regulations.

As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for the assessment of development applications, complying development certificates, construction certificates, occupation certificates, building information certificates and the undertaking of mandatory critical stage inspections when acting in the principal certifier role.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure the timely and effective delivery of building certification and development assessment obligations within service standards set by Council.
• Provide advice and information to Council and the community on building related matters.
• Manage workload to ensure services are delivered in accordance with Council’s service standards in a timely manner.
• Undertake building certification responsibilities and development assessment tasks as required.
• Promptly and effectively respond to all enquiries from customers regarding building certification, development assessment and other related matters.
• Assist and provide professional input to the certification of building works and inspections.
• Remain abreast of relevant legislative requirements.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Building Surveying (or equivalent).
• Registration as a Building Surveyor - Restricted (Class 1 and 10 Buildings).
• Class C driver’s licence.
• Relevant function experience in building surveying.
• A sound working knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Local Government Act, Environment Planning and Assessment Act, Building and Development Certifiers Act, Swimming Pools Act and Building Code of Australia.
• The ability to investigate and resolve matters in a methodical and timely manner using judgment-based decision-making skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, people skills, conflict resolution, and mediation and negotiation skills.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $90,858 (Grade G, Step 1) + Vehicle Allowance + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer:

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Glen Champion (Team Leader Building Certification West) at glen.champion@cbcity.nsw.gov.au or on 9707 9645

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 16 February 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.