Building Surveyor / Certifier

Building Surveyor / Certifier

• Issue construction, occupation, and complying development certificates
• Salary from $90,339 - $104,392 + super + leaseback vehicle
• Enjoy a RDO approximately every 3 weeks

About Us

The City of Ryde is a progressive local Council possessing natural landscapes, beautiful parks, and areas of historical significance, all centrally located only 12 kilometres from Sydney.

About the Role

This opportunity will appeal to suitably qualified and motivated Senior Building Surveyors, with a minimum level of registration with the Department of Fair Trading as a Registered Building Surveyor (restricted class 2-9) (formerly A2), who are looking to expand their professional expertise through working on a range of exciting and complex projects across Ryde LGA.

We are looking for enthusiastic & competent employees who have experience in dealing with Fire Engineered Solutions for Class 2 – 9 Buildings and are able to work independently within a team environment. The company is currently dealing with numerous applications for multi-unit & mixed-use developments, aged care developments, retail & commercial fit outs, for which the successful candidate will play a major role in overseeing.

The successful applicants will be expected to carry out all the standard roles of a Registered Certifier, a Principal Certifier, a BCA Regulations Consultant and Building Surveying, including but not limited to:

• BCA assessments, BCA reports & BCA consulting.
• Fire orders, fire upgrade reports & strategies
• Building Information Certificates
• Pool barrier inspections
• Assessing applications & issuing of Part 6 Certificates as required under the EP&A Act and Regulations
• Providing professional advice to clients on a range of BCA & legislative matters while maintaining and contributing to the valued reputable standards set by this organisation.
• Involvement and engagement in business improvement strategies.

Please note: This role is not suitable for recent graduates or Building Inspectors (A4 certifiers) 

Key Requirements

• At least 5 years industry experience
• Must hold registration with the Department of Fair Trading as a Registered Building Surveyor (unrestricted) or Registered Building Surveyor (restricted class 2-9) or have the capacity to attain this level of registration in the near future
• Excellent technical knowledge of buildings of all classes and types
• A demonstrated ability to assess alternative building solutions
• A valid Australian driver’s licence
• Covid-19 vaccinated

The commencing salary is $90,339 - $104,392 p.a + superannuation + leaseback vehicle, dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture / Benefits

• Accrue a rostered day off approximately every 3 weeks
• Professional development opportunities and mentoring
• Annual performance review and Award increases
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. fitness passport, skin checks, etc.)
• Attractive leaseback vehicle option

How to apply

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process.  Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however, you will need to complete your application without logging-out of the system.  In addition to answering the on-line questions shown below, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.

Closing Date: Wednesday 1 December 2021 @11:30pm

For further information please see the Position Description or call Lorelle Mainsbridge on (02) 9952 8478 for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety