Building Surveyor

About the role:

This role is a key part of a collaborative team of Building Surveyors, responsible for assessing and approving a wide range of development and building applications, with a focus on single dwellings and related structures. It combines technical expertise in planning and building legislation with strong communication skills, offering advice to the public and resolving issues across Council offices. The position also plays an important role in preparing documentation, supporting construction projects, and contributing to a positive development experience for the community.

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $84,316 per annum with competency-based increments up to $99,874 per annum, plus 12% super
• 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• Accreditation or evidence of completed training which provides eligibility for Registration as a Certified Building Surveyor within 12 months of commencement of employment, under the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018 and the associated Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020, administered by the Building Commission NSW.
• Holds a valid Class C driver’s licence and brings practical experience as a Building Surveyor.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge of key legislation and codes, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, National Construction Code, and relevant plumbing and certifier regulations.
• Skilled in managing staff and workflows, with proven ability to communicate clearly and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Well-versed in development and building regulations, with the ability to apply this knowledge confidently in a range of scenarios.

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.  
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles.  We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. 
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. 

Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes: 

Friday 17 October at 12 noon sharp (NSW time).  Late applications will not be permitted.

Click here to view the Position Description 

TIPS for Addressing the Selection Criteria

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Pre-Employment Screening:

Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. 

Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:

• Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
• Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.  Click here for more information.

Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors.  Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.

How To Apply:

You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.

Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. 

1. Have your Resume document ready to go.
2. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. 
3. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'.
4. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application.

If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:

1. Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity?

2. Do you hold Accreditation or evidence of completed training which provides eligibility for Registration as a Certified Building Surveyor within 12 months of commencement of employment, under the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018 and the associated Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020, administered by the Building Commission NSW?

3. Do you hold a drivers Licence Class C or equivalent.

4. Are you eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors? 

5. Provide examples of how you demonstrate sound working knowledge of:

1. • Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 as amended

   • NSW Local Government Act 1993 and Regulations

   • National Construction Code

   • NSW Plumbing and Drainage Codes.

   • Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018 and Regulation 2020.

6. Provide relevant experience in a position of Building Surveyor.

7. Provide examples of how you have demonstrated well developed skills in staff and work management procedures.

8. Provide examples of how you have demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication skills.

9. Provide examples of how you have demonstrated well developed conflict resolution skills.

10. Provide examples of how you have demonstrated well developed understanding of development and building legislation, regulation.

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