Building Inspector

City of Monash; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 92.000 - 112.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health program

Employee assistance program

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development

Gym discounts

Descripción de la vacante

City of Monash is seeking a Building Inspector to join the Building Team in a full-time, permanent role. The position emphasises building compliance with a supportive, collaborative team and a strong focus on service to the community.

Preferred registration as a Registered Building Practitioner and a tertiary diploma in Building Inspection or Surveying are required, with a range of duties spanning inspections, customer enquiries and team support.

Formación

• Understanding of Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Ability to assess information provided to Council and provide accurate information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, owners, customers, professionals.
• Ability to understand technical information.
• Ability to assist in achieving the desired outcomes.
• Ability to communicate in a respectful and considerate manner.
• Ability to participate in an environment that motivates and supports the team.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out the inspection of buildings within the City of Monash ensuring compliance with the Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Enforcements and general administrative functions.
• Engage with Council's customers to assist them with their enquiries, via email, phone calls and counter enquiries.
• Assist other staff where necessary; and
• Carry out other functions to support the building team as required.

Educación

Diploma in Building Inspection or Building Surveying

Descripción del empleo

• Full Time Permanent Position
• Band 6, salary from $102,059.45 plus super
• Working with a supportive and collaborative team
• Applications close 19 November at 11:55pm

About Us

Sitting within the broader City Planning Department, the Building Team oversees the assessment of building applications, report and consents, building compliance and other technical matters.

As part of the Monash Building team, you will be in a supportive team environment with an emphasis on continuous improvement and personal development and the opportunity to extend your skill set through exposure to varied and diverse building matters.

We are seeking a Building Inspector to fill a full-time position with a strong focus on Building Compliance. Preferably a Registered Building Practitioner in the category of Building Inspector issued by the Building & Plumbing Commission.

About the Position

The role will assist and support the building team in delivering excellent service to team members of Council, applicants, and the broader community. Providing a responsive, prompt, and competitive customer service to the community.

In addition, the role will be an integral member of the Building Team, providing support and working collaboratively to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the inspection of buildings within the City of Monash ensuring compliance with the Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Enforcements and general administrative functions;
• Engage with Council's customers to assist them with their enquiries, via email, phone calls and counter enquiries;
• Assist other staff where necessary; and
• Carry out other functions to support the building team as required.

The officer will be capable of providing detailed information and demonstrate clear and effective communication to team members and internal and external customers.

Skills and Experience

• An understanding of Building Act and Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Ability to assess information provided to Council and provide accurate information to members of the building team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members, owners, customers, professions.
• Ability to understand technical information.
• Ability to assist in achieving the desired outcomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a respectful and considerate manner.
• Ability to participate in and contribute to an environment that motivates and supports the building team members to achieve high levels of performance.

Requirements

• Current Employee Working with Children's Check;
• Satisfactory National Police Check;l
• Right to work in Australia;
• Academic qualification equal to a tertiary level Diploma in Building Inspection or Building Surveying from an accredited course.
• Current registration as a Registered Building Practitioner in the Category of Building Inspector issued by the Building & Plumbing Commission.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the Building Act, Building Regulations, National Code of Construction and referenced Australian Standards;
• Current drivers' licence.

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunitiesl
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [e-mail]

We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.

Position Description - Building Inspector.Oct 2026.pdf