Building Code Consultant/Building Surveyor

Philip Chun BC NSW Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialised airport authority role

CPD and training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Extra annual leave (3 days)

Job summary

Philip Chun is seeking an experienced Building Code Consultant / Building Surveyor for its Melbourne Airport team. The role spans aviation and commercial projects from design through occupation, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and airport-specific approvals.

You will work in a specialist regulatory environment, engaging with airport operators, government stakeholders and clients while supported by a national team of experts. Australian citizenship and security clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Building Surveyor (Limited or Unlimited) in Victoria.
• Minimum five years' commercial building surveying experience across Class 2-9 buildings.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act 1993 (VIC), Building Regulations 2018 (VIC), the NCC and relevant Australian Standards.
• Knowledge of the Airports Act and Airport Building Control Regulations, or willingness to develop this specialised knowledge.
• Experience reviewing complex projects, performance-based solutions, fire engineering reports and fire safety strategies.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to provide practical advice to clients, consultants, contractors, authorities and government stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities, documentation and project deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support the development of junior and administrative team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, Abco or Deltek Vision would be advantageous.
• Australian citizenship and willingness to complete a Police Check and undertake the Baseline Security Clearance process.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed BCA/NCC assessments and prepare clear technical compliance reports across airport and commercial developments.
• Assess applications and support the preparation and issue of building approvals under airport-specific legislation.
• Review plans, specifications, performance-based solutions, fire engineering reports, fire safety strategies and associated analyses.
• Carry out inspections and audits of new and existing airport buildings and infrastructure.
• Attend design, project and stakeholder meetings and provide clear, practical and solutions-focused regulatory advice.
• Provide high-quality written and verbal advice to clients, airport operators, consultants, contractors, authorities and government stakeholders.
• Undertake compliance reviews and enforcement activities where required.
• Prepare operational, statutory and compliance reports, including reporting required for the Airport Building Control function.
• Maintain accurate project records, registers and consistent documentation in line with best-practice project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with airport operators, government agencies and industry stakeholders.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the Melbourne Airport Building Control office and contribute to the training and development of team members.

Skills

Registration as Building Surveyor

Commercial building surveying

Regulatory knowledge (VIC)

Airport Building Control Regulations

Reviewing complex projects

Written & verbal communication

Project management

Collaborative/teamwork

Microsoft Office

Security clearance readiness

Tools

Bluebeam

Abco

Deltek Vision

Job description

Since 1990, Philip Chun has been a trusted name in building compliance, accessibility, and essential services consulting across Australia. Our national team includes Accredited Certifiers, Building Inspectors, Access Consultants, Fire Safety Practitioners, and Airport Building Controllers, supported by a professional and collaborative network of specialists.

With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra, and long-standing appointments as Airport Building Controllers across key federally leased airports, we’re one of the largest and most respected multi-disciplinary consulting firms in the country.

Your new opportunity

Due to continued growth, our Melbourne Airport-based team is seeking an experienced Building Code Consultant / Building Surveyor on a full-time basis. You'll work across a diverse pipeline of aviation and commercial projects, including Melbourne Airport and other aviation-focused sites such as Essendon Fields and Moorabbin, from early design through construction and occupation.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a specialised regulatory environment, providing practical building compliance advice and supporting statutory approval functions across Class 3-9 projects and airport developments. You'll engage with airport operators, government stakeholders, clients, designers and contractors while being supported by an experienced, practical and collaborative national team.

As this role is based at Melbourne Airport, Australian citizenship and a willingness to undertake the required security clearance process are essential.

What you’ll bring

• Registration as a Building Surveyor (Limited or Unlimited) in Victoria
• A minimum of five years' commercial building surveying experience across Class 2-9 buildings
• Strong working knowledge of the Building Act 1993 (VIC), Building Regulations 2018 (VIC), the National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards
• Knowledge of the Airports Act and Airport Building Control Regulations, or a willingness to develop this specialised knowledge
• Experience reviewing complex projects, performance-based solutions, fire engineering reports and fire safety strategies
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to provide practical advice to clients, consultants, contractors, authorities and government stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities, documentation and project deadlines
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support the development of junior and administrative team members
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, Abco or Deltek Vision would be advantageous
• Australian citizenship and willingness to complete a Police Check and undertake the Baseline Security Clearance process

What you’ll be doing

• Undertake detailed BCA/NCC assessments and prepare clear technical compliance reports across airport and commercial developments
• Assess applications and support the preparation and issue of building approvals under airport-specific legislation
• Review plans, specifications, performance-based solutions, fire engineering reports, fire safety strategies and associated analyses
• Carry out inspections and audits of new and existing airport buildings and infrastructure
• Attend design, project and stakeholder meetings and provide clear, practical and solutions-focused regulatory advice
• Provide high-quality written and verbal advice to clients, airport operators, consultants, contractors, authorities and government stakeholders
• Undertake compliance reviews and enforcement activities where required
• Prepare operational, statutory and compliance reports, including reporting required for the Airport Building Control function
• Maintain accurate project records, registers and consistent documentation in line with best-practice project delivery
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with airport operators, government agencies and industry stakeholders
• Support the day-to-day operation of the Melbourne Airport Building Control office and contribute to the training and development of team members

What we offer

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience and registration
• A specialised role within a nationally recognised airport statutory authority consultancy
• Exposure to significant aviation, commercial and infrastructure projects
• Paid continuing professional development, including training and seminars
• Payment of annual registration or accreditation renewals and support for relevant industry memberships
• A supportive, professional and collaborative team environment with clear career development opportunities
• An additional three days of annual leave between Christmas and New Year