AddressBlacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
About the opportunity
We have 2 permanent, full-time opportunities for motivated Building Surveyors with good customer service skills to join our highly customer-focused team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a skilled and efficient team in one of the fastest-growing local government areas in Australia.
We are looking for Building Surveyors with proven knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, Building Code of Australia (and other related legislation) and experience in development assessment, certification and inspections.
You will assess development applications, construction certificates and complying development certificates, and carry out critical stage inspections on all classes of buildings and other tasks as requested.
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- Diploma in Building Surveying or equivalent
- Significant experience (minimum of 5 years preferred) in all facets of building surveying
- Current class C driver's licence.
Desirable:
- Registered as a Building Surveyor with NSW Fair Trading.
Remuneration and benefits
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $1,796.10 per week
- 35-hour working week
- Leaseback vehicle
- Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
Position description
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Closing date: Friday 31 May 2024, 11.59 pm
Contact officer: Chris Gregory on 9839 6152
Internal ref: BCC523 and BCC520
