Here at ‘The City of Canterbury Bankstown’, we are a leader in local government and we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and business excellence.
An opportunity exists for a talented and motivated individual to be a part of our Trainee, Apprentice and Graduate Program as a Graduate Building Surveyor. You will be responsible for providing advice and information to Council and the community on building related matters, and to effectively and promptly respond to all enquiries related to building certification, assessments and building compliance.
The salary range for this opportunity commences at $61,966 (Grade D, Step1) + 9.5% super. Click on the link below to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade: https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/council/about-us/careers/remuneration-and-benefits
Your duties in this role will include:
• Undertake certification, development assessment and building compliance tasks in accordance with the relevant legislation and Council’s adopted policies and procedures. • Undertake mandatory building inspections and site inspections in relation to development assessment and compliance investigations. • Responding to enquiries from members of the public in relation to certification and building compliance matters. • Prepare correspondence, reports and memorandums in relation to development, building inspection reports, building compliance and other matters. • Prepare statement of evidence and attend the Land and Environment Court as an expert witness as required. • Coordinate comments from other areas, both inside and outside Council, relating to development, certification, building compliance and other matters. • Meet relevant timeframes nominated by Council. • Investigate complaints in regards to unlawful building work, non-compliance with development consents and other building compliance matters and taking relevant enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements. • Assist Principal Certifiers with enforcement action as necessary and • Addressing complaints made against Principal Certifiers to the relevant displinary body
To be considered for this role you will possess the following:
• Completed or currently undertaking studies related to building surveying or certification • Demonstrated interest in gaining technical knowledge and experience related to relevant Acts and other statutory controls applicable to certification, the role of a Principal Certifier and investigation of unlawful development. • Demonstrated interest in gaining experience in the assessment of construction certificate applications and complying development applications. • Demonstrated interest in learning procedures related to the undertaking of mandatory or critical stage building inspections and inspections relevant to the investigation of unauthorised building works. • Demonstrated interest in gaining knowledge of building certification matters and the responsibilities of the Principal Certifier (PC). • Class C Drivers Licence
What’s in it for you?
• Work in an organisation identified as an Employer of Choice • Located in Bankstown (close to public transport) • Access to health and wellbeing programs • Access to further training and development • Work for an award winning organisation that will truly value your input
How to apply:
Applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button below and creating a login using your email address. Please provide a current CV and a covering letter that identifies your experience most relevant for this role and your reasons for applying.
Applications close on Wednesday, 30 September 2020. For more information, see the position description or contact Gavin May (Coordinator Certification and Building Compliance) on 9707 9936.
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
Canterbury Bankstown Council prides itself on being a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. We encourage people with a disability or culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
