Building Surveyor Compliance

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council; Port Macquarie; Hybrid; AUD 101,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexi-time

Annual salary review

Relocation welcome

Job summary

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor Compliance to join the Environmental and Regulatory Services team. The role focuses on expanding qualifications in Building Surveying and applying critical thinking to regulatory matters.

Key duties include issuing Building Information Certificates, inspecting caravan parks and pools for compliance, and supporting investigations into complaints and fire safety issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in building surveying and compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and determine applications for Building Information Certificates.
• Undertake inspections of caravan parks, camping grounds, Manufactured home estates, and amusement devices to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Assess and determine applications for approvals to operate, approvals to install, and notices of completion for caravan parks and Manufactured home estates.
• Assist the Building Regulation team with investigation of complaints, noncompliance, and fire safety matters, undertaking appropriate regulatory action in accordance with council's compliance and enforcement policy.
• Inspect swimming pools and spas and issue certificates of compliance or certificates of noncompliance in accordance with the Swimming Pools Act.
• Inspect, assess, and determine applications for temporary structures at events.

Job description

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor Complianceto join our Environmental and Regulatory Services team who is eager to expand their existing qualifications in Building Surveying and is capable of critical thinking and assessment.

On a typical day this role will:

• Assess and determine applications for Building Information Certificates.
• Undertake inspections of caravan parks, camping grounds, Manufactured home estates, and amusement devices to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Assess and determine applications for approvals to operate, approvals to install, and notices of completion for caravan parks and Manufactured home estates.
• Assist the Building Regulation team with investigation of complaints, noncompliance, and fire safety matters, undertaking appropriate regulatory action in accordance with council's compliance and enforcement policy.
• Inspect swimming pools and spas and issue certificates of compliance or certificates of noncompliance in accordance with the Swimming Pools Act.
• Inspect, assess, and determine applications for temporary structures at events.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours perweek

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting in the range of $101,015 to $113,067 depending on experience

Opportunity for performance-based salary increases.

• Flexiblework arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
• Discounted gym membership throughmembership to Fitness Passport
• Candidates relocating to the region have access to TheWelcome Experience
• Career development opportunities OR Opportunities for learning and development and internal career progression
• Annual salary increase as per theLocal Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options availablethrough Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awardsceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviablelocations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches,national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries,theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect forhiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food andwine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about thisopportunity or have any questions about the role, please contact Simon Hitchcock, Coordinator Development Compliance on (02) 6581 8***.

Applications Close:Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11:30pm

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at ****@pmhc.nsw.gov.au.We're here to support you every step of the way.

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future identical positions for 6 months or a talent pool for similar positions for a period of12 months.

Preferred applicants are required to completepre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National CriminalPolice Check; Medical Assessment (includes drug and alcohol testing); Qualification verification; Working withChildren Check verification.

PMHC's recruitment notification process isprimarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correctbefore submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: applicationreceived, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/moreinformation, delay notifications, testing/assessments(aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes(unsuccessful before or after interview).

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Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to theprinciples of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care andprotection of all children and young people.