Assistant Building Surveyor

Assistant Building Surveyor 

1 x Permanent Full Time – 35 hours, 5 days per week 

Salary: $ 70,734.43 to $ 82,659.16 pa + super

Location: 33 Moore Street, Liverpool

Closing Date: 13 February 2024

ABOUT US

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. With a total of 42 suburbs and a population of 223,000 coming from different birthplaces, Liverpool is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities as we are on an exciting journey to become Sydney’s third CBD and one of the fastest growing regions over the next decade. With the construction of Western Sydney Airport and the development of Liverpool`s city centre as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, there has never been a more exciting time to work in Liverpool City. Liverpool is experiencing significant growth from urban release development and from redevelopment in established areas as it continues to provide outstanding levels of service to its wonderfully diverse community.

ABOUT YOU

Liverpool City Council is seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor who can improve the quality of life within the community by assisting in the assessment of Construction Certificates, the Building Program and achieving the objectives of the Community Standards unit, whilst liaising with the public, developers and shopkeepers and replying to both written and verbal Building related enquiries.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the assessment and processing of Construction Certificates and Building Information Certificates;
• Undertaking as required relevant building inspections;
• Attending and resolving complaints relevant to building matters and keeping customers informed; and
• Preparing notices/orders and taking appropriate enforcement action.

It is essential you are currently undertaking or hold a qualification recognised by the Building and Development Certifiers Regulations to become a registered Certifier.  Council provides funding for renewal of certification and continuing professional development for this position.

Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience and competencies of the successful applicant.

For further information about the position please contact Robert Bennett, Coordinator Certification Unit on 8711 7739.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

It is a condition of employment at Liverpool City Council, that you must be Covid-19 vaccinated.