Building & Environmental Health Surveyor - Full Time

Bland Shire Council; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Subsidised Corporate Uniforms

12% Council Superannuation

Job summary

Bland Shire Council seeks a Building & Environmental Health Surveyor responsible for assessing applications and conducting inspections across various development sectors. This role centers on ensuring compliance with building regulations and providing expert advice to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills and knowledge of relevant legislation, enabling them to navigate complex issues and deliver effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• Technically capable professional maintaining accreditation.
• Sound knowledge of Building Code of Australia and environmental legislation.
• Proven experience in development assessment and building certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess applications and undertake certification and inspections.
• Investigate compliance matters and provide professional advice.
• Work across residential, commercial, and industrial development.

Skills

Building surveying

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of legislation

Education

Relevant qualifications in building surveying

Job description

As the Building & Environmental Health Surveyor you will be responsible for assessing applications, undertaking certification and inspections, investigating compliance matters and providing professional advice to Council, industry and the community.

The role offers a broad scope of work across residential, commercial and industrial development. Providing the opportunity to apply your technical expertise while contributing to safe, compliant and well-planned development across the shire.

What we are looking for in you:

• A technically capable and solution focused professional with relevant qualifications in building surveying, certification, environmental health or a related discipline and the ability to maintain the accreditation.
• Demonstrated sound knowledge of Building Code of Australia, planning, public health and environmental legislation. Together with the ability to confidently interpret and apply legislation and technical requirements.
• Proven experience across development assessment, building certification and inspections with the ability to work across residential, commercial and industrial development.
• A strong regulatory and problem-solving mindset with experience investigating complaints, resolving compliance matters and achieving fair and practical outcomes.
• Sound professional judgement, communication and report writing skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities, navigate complex matters and deliver practical outcomes.

What we have to offer:

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• A family-based culture with genuine and friendly people to work with
• Competitive salary and opportunity for salary progression
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after 5 years of service
• Flexible work arrangements
• 9 day fortnight roster
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Subsidised Corporate Uniforms
• Allowance, overtime and call out penalties when required
• Hourly rate from $60.09
• Plus, a 12% Council Superannuation contribution.

CLOSING DATE: 30 SEPTEMBER 2026