Building Surveyors

Permanent Full time

Join our supportive team and contribute to amazing development outcomes for our community!

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Our Building team are seeking a highly driven, passionate, customer focused and well organised registered Building Surveyors to join our progressive Development Assessment and Certification department.

With an appetite for growth and a commitment to connectivity with our customers you will play a key role in assisting and navigating customers through the complexities of the building assessment and certification environment.

Our team are committed to delivering exceptional frontline customer experiences in the assessment, processing, and determination of a broad range of development and construction applications throughout Lake Macquarie.

Your other key focus areas include:

• Assess and determine a high volume of development applications, construction certificates and complying development certificates
• Undertake the role of Registered Certifier and Principal Certifier in accordance with relevant legislation
• Provide specialist and technical advice and opinions to Councillors, staff and external stakeholders
• Facilitate outcomes between affected parties and Council regarding development assessment and certification activities
• Investigate and resolve compliance and regulatory matters on behalf of Council

Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate is a registered professional who puts their customers at the centre of what they do. You possess a “how can we” attitude and a proactive perspective on development while operating within the legal framework and in line with Council’s strategic vision. You are passionate about educating and engaging with the development community to make a difference. You are a strong solution focused collaborator with the ability to engage stakeholders early, negotiate, and bring people along the journey with you. You have excellent analytical and problems solving skills with the ability to listen to reason, evaluate and develop highly creative and innovative solutions without compromising on integrity.

You will bring:

• Degree or Graduate Diploma in Building or other suitable qualification relevant to the field of expertise, with extensive development assessment and certification experience
• Registered with NSW Fair Trading as a Building Surveyor restricted (class 1 and 10 buildings) in accordance with NSW Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020
• Demonstrated commitment to the delivery of exceptional customer experiences
• Ability to articulate and negotiate outcomes in accordance with legislation and Council’s policies
• Demonstrated organisation skills with a proven ability to prioritise high volume workloads
• An understanding of cost structures associated with developments, seeking to minimise applicant’s costs by the efficient processing of applications

Please note: A full list of criteria is located within the attached Position Statement.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $88,475 - $102,823 per year plus industry leading 12% superannuation
• Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
• Leaseback vehicle
• 35-hour week with flexible hybrid working model and nine-day fortnight
• Work closely with our leadership team to develop and implement business improvement initiatives to ensure Lake Mac is open for business
• We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our corporate fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
• We are committed to being an employer of choice. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.
• Join us at an exciting time in our department’s growth and evolution to become the leading LGA of choice within the region
• Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac!

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative, and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disabilities. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Answer a few simple questions and submit your resume. The panel will shortlist applications as they are received.
• For a confidential discussion relating to the position, please contact Michael Corrigan, Manager Development Assessment and Certification on 49210 286 or via email *********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
• If you require assistance submitting your application, or have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Georgina Green, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 02 4921 0*** or via email ******@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
• We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
• To view the capability framework - role profile relevant to this role, please click here
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.