Municipal Building Surveyor

Municipal Building Surveyor

• Full time or part time
• Salary starting at $145,000.00 plus superannuation
• Great work-life balance | Flexible working options available 

Wodonga Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Municipal Building Surveyor to join its team in a part- or full-time capacity.

Wodonga is a growing, vibrant community, strategically placed between three major cities servicing a population of more than 40,000 people. As it grows, we must work to ensure it has the correct infrastructure in place to serve the needs of its evolving community.

As this infrastructure is developed, the role of Municipal Building Surveyor will assist in ensuring it is compliant, of a high quality and in future-proofing our city.

This is an exciting time to join the council, with flexibility and diversity of work on offer. 

Whether you’re pursuing a career change, tree change or a complete fresh start, this exciting and highly-adaptable role can help you achieve what you’re looking for.

About the role:

In this role, you will:

• Undertake building inspections throughout the required area to ensure compliance with building permits
• Undertake inspections to ensure public safety and that the structural integrity of buildings is being maintained
• Ensure compliance with its statutory obligations including roles and functions identified within building control policy
• Contribute in the preparation of the annual budget process and monitor the ongoing financials of the building department
• Lead and develop a high-performing team passionate about delivering exceptional customer focused, building services and sustainable regulatory environmental health.

Role benefits:  

Flexibility – you can help define the parameters of this role and adapt it to your lifestyle

Great work life balance – whether you’re looking to make a full- or part-time tree change, or to generally change things up, this role allows the space to enjoy the personal alongside the professional

Complementary – this role can be undertaken part time to complement other career demands

Collaborative – work towards shared goals with a supportive leadership team

Diverse – work across a range of projects

Key Selection Criteria:  

An ideal candidate will be able to show us the following. 

• Extensive knowledge of, and proven ability to interpret and enforce relevant building control legislation including the Local Government Act, the Building Act, Building Code of Australia and any associated legislation, council policies and regulations;
• The authority of the position is in accordance with the Wodonga Council instrument of Delegation to Council Members of staff.
• Strong focus and commitment to delivering high quality customer service and maintain confidentiality at all times; 
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and prepare clear and concise reports on complex building issues; and
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multi skilled team environment and work independently in the field with minimum supervision.

How to Apply  

Use the “apply” button to commence your application. 

Applicants will be required to upload three documents.  

• A document addressing the key selection criteria as outlined above (support on how to address this criteria can be found ) 

• A brief cover letter 
• A current resume 

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following. 

• A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months) 
• A current driver’s licence 
• Any other mandatory requirements outlined in the position description (eg. first aid, CPR, WWCC, forklift). 

The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) might  also be required. 

If applicable, evidence regarding right to work in Australia will need to be presented. 

Enquiries 

Simon Maughan |Manager Statutory Services | (02) 6022 9*** |********@wodonga.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11.59pm, January, 31, 2024

Wodonga Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. 

Wodonga Council is an equal opportunity employer and provides many benefits for staff, including: 

• Employee health and wellbeing programs; 
• Flexible work arrangements; 
• Learning and development; and, 
• Career pathways and opportunities. 

The organisation prides itself on having a positive and supportive culture. We are committed to ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow and enhance the skills of our staff.  We have a strong commitment to the council’s corporate values of trust, integrity, learning and respect.

We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community; people with a disability; people from any gender identity and sexuality orientation; and, people from every age, culture and ethnic background.

If you have special needs that we can address to assist you to submit your application or to fully participate in the selection process, please contact us.

We welcome applications from veterans and defence families. If you are a veteran and would like to discuss how your skills may transfer across, please contact us at **@wodonga.vic.gov.au.