Building Certifier

City of Coffs Harbour; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Coffs Harbour is seeking an experienced Building Certifier to support safe and compliant development across the Coffs Coast. You will assess development applications, undertake inspections and provide trusted technical advice to builders, developers and the community.

The role balances office-based assessment with on-site inspections, collaborating with a supportive team to deliver a high-quality certification service that supports regional growth.

Qualifications

• You are an experienced Building Inspector (Certifier) with demonstrated experience in building certification.
• Experience in development assessment or related building compliance activities is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical construction experience are required to support sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assess development applications and undertake inspections to ensure compliance.
• Issue certifications and provide trusted technical advice to builders and industry professionals.
• Balance office-based assessment work with on-site inspections and customer-focused service.

Skills

Building certification

Development assessment

Site inspections

Legislation interpretation

Job description

Key responsibilities

• As a Building Certifier, you'll play a key role in supporting safe, compliant and high-quality development across the Coffs Coast.
• Working across a diverse range of residential building projects, you'll assess development applications, undertake inspections, issue certifications and provide trusted technical advice to builders, developers, industry professionals and the community.
• You'll balance office-based assessment work with on-site inspections, collaborate with a supportive team and help deliver a professional, customer-focused certification service that supports the continued growth of our region.

What you need

• You are an experienced Building Inspector (Certifier) with demonstrated experience in building certification, development assessment or related building compliance activities.
• You combine strong technical knowledge with practical construction experience and can confidently interpret legislative and compliance requirements to support sound decision making.
• You're equally comfortable conducting site inspections, assessing documentation and providing clear advice to customers and industry professionals.