Cadet Building Surveyor

Permanent Full Time$68,051 - $71,780 p.a plus Super and Monthly RDO Position No: 8100

The Building Services Unit are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable person who is passionate about their career in building surveying and particularly within compliance and the built environment. Joining a compact, supportive and engaging team, the Cadet Building Surveyor will provide advice and assistance to a diverse community of stakeholders across multiple facets of the building industry and community.

Collaborating closely with our building surveying team, your role will involve a diverse array of responsibilities. This includes promptly responding to building inquiries and delivering precise building advice. You'll play a crucial part in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our swimming pool register. Moreover, you'll provide support with report and consent applications, legal point of discharge requests, Section 29A applications, and other regulatory tasks as necessary. Your duties will extend to aiding in building enforcement and facilitating the building permit process. Additionally, you'll actively participate in on-site inspections, contributing to the seamless execution of our projects. 

Your attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders will allow you to meet various deadlines and provide effective support across the department with regards to council’s Municipal Building Surveying functions, Council generally and within the community. 

This great opportunity is suited for someone who has an understanding of building legislation, is obtaining (or completed) a qualification in building surveying or a related construction-based profession and/or a person with some relevant experience working in the building industry who is looking to further develop their skills on the path to becoming a registered building practitioner.

Benefits of working for Council:

In return, you will join a dynamic and supportive team working in the picturesque Macedon Ranges. An opportunity to advance your career in local government. Enjoy work life balance with a monthly RDO and occasional work from home arrangements available. You will also enjoy benefits such as discounts on memberships at Council’s gym and pool facilities, annual no-cost flu vaccinations, and access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Position description

Interviews will be conducted in the week of 22 April 2024.