Building Surveyor
Job No:
91780
Location:
South West Slopes region, NSW
- Newly created opportunity for an experienced Level A3 (or above) Building Surveyor
- Growing Local Government organisation
- Flexible 9-day fortnight allowing you to make the most of your free time
- Competitive salary circa $75,403 - $83,548 + super and relocation assistance
About Hilltops Council and the South West Slopes
Hilltops Council was established on May 12, 2016 and includes the former council areas of Boorowa, Harden and Young in New South Wales. Supporting over 20,000 people, Council's highest priority as a new council is to ensure continued and consistent delivery of the many local services valued by these communities.
Hilltops Council is located within the South West Slopes region of NSW which runs from the lower inland slopes of the Great Dividing Range extending from north of Cowra through southern NSW into western Victoria. This is a beautiful part of NSW with wineries, vineyards, cherry orchards and gourmet food shops, just some of the local attractions that draw tourists to the region each year. And located only one and a half hours from Canberra, Young offers a great country lifestyle, just a hop, skip and a jump from the city.
Your new career awaits
Due to exciting growth, Hilltops Council now has an exciting opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join Council's Sustainable Growth team on a full-time, 9 day fortnight basis.
Reporting to the Manager, Building Services, your primary responsibility will be to deliver high quality building assessments and certification services across Council's three service centres in Boorowa, Harden and Young.
Specific daily duties will include:
- Assessing and determining Class 1 and 10 development applications, complying development certificates and construction certificates in accordance with relevant legislation and accreditation capabilities;
- Conducting inspections of buildings and premises for component compliance, safety and building certificates subject to Accreditation level;
- Participating in meetings/consultations with relevant stakeholders including owner/builders, architects, engineers, and government agencies at pre and post DA stages;
- Maintaining Building Professionals Board Accreditation at minimum A3 Level Accreditation; and
- Project managing Council construction jobs on an ad-hoc basis as required.
The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications and hold a minimum Level A3 NSW Building Professional Board Accreditation (or be eligible to obtain this if relocating from inter-state). Ideally, you will have previous Local Government experience in building surveying however this is not essential as long as you have a sound knowledge of relevant legislation, acts and regulations applicable to the effective provision of regulatory actions, investigation, compliance and public education.
Any experience gained in handling or assessing Heritage Impact Statements or administration of a Local Heritage Grants Program, as well as experience working with a Geographical Information System, will be highly regarded, but is not mandatory.
Importantly, as this role will involve the handling of formal legal reports, demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills will be critical to your success. You must also have excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-centric approach to your work, ensuring customers needs and expectations are met at all times.
For a full Position Description and Selection Criteria, please click here.
Please note: To be eligible for this role you must hold a current Driver’s License and be willing to undertake a standard medical screening.
Why work for Hilltops Council
As a newly created Council, Hilltops Council is filled with driven, passionate people who have a singular focus to provide the best possible service to the communities in which they operate. They are always on the look-out for like-minded individuals to join their team and offer a highly collaborative and progressive work environment.
The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary package circa $75,403.64-$83,548.40 plus super, negotiable with skills and experience. Relocation assistance is negotiable for the right candidate and there is also an option to lease a Council vehicle or, alternatively a vehicle will be available for work-related travel.
Working a 9-day fortnight of 35 hours per week, your hours will usually be flexible so you can take a 3-day weekend and make the most of your time in this beautiful region!
If you are an experienced Surveyor looking for a tree-change and an exciting new career opportunity – Apply Now!
