Principal Building Surveyor

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all legislation, codes and guidelines as they apply to building and construction. The Principal Building Surveyor is also responsible for liaising with the community, builders, architects, developers and engineers with respect to the legislative requirements for new construction.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a Local Government Building Surveyor, with a proactive, business supportive, customer focused and solution driven attitude.

You will have a demonstrated working knowledge of the Building Act 2011, Building Regulations 2012, Building Code of Australia and other relevant legislation, along with demonstrated working knowledge of the application of building surveying functions, including assessment and compliance of building matters.

Employment Conditions (up to):

  • Permanent part-time position (up to 30.4 hours per fortnight)
  • Gross Salary range: $100,000 to $110,000 per annum pro rata dependent upon skills and experience
  • 12% superannuation guarantee plus up to an additional 5% matching employer contribution
  • 17.5% Leave Loading
  • Access to the Shire’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Salary sacrifice options, including property rental costs, novated motor vehicle leases, etc.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact while enjoying a balance of responsibilities in a supportive and picturesque setting, this is your chance.

Closing date: Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

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