Building Surveyor / Private Certifier - Class 1 & 10

Keystone Building Certifiers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Keystone Building Certifiers in East Hills, NSW is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor or Private Certifier to join our team. The role combines residential inspections with office-based assessments across Class 1 and 10 developments, focusing on BCA/NCC compliance and Codes SEPP, with workload managed independently.

You will work with the Director and team, progress jobs to meet deadlines, and advance your expertise through ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Must have building surveying or private certification experience.
• Ability to inspect and assess residential buildings confidently.
• Sound knowledge of BCA/NCC and residential compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential inspections (pier, slab, frame, waterproofing) and assess against approvals.
• Review Construction Certificates (CCs) and Complying Development Certificates (CDCs) applications.
• Progress and manage allocated jobs, meeting deadlines and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and support certification decisions with the Director.

Skills

Independent work

Technical problem-solving

Plan interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Building surveying qualification or private certification

Tools

BCS software

Job description

Keystone Building Certifiers - East Hills NSW

Keystone Building Certifiers | East Hills, NSW | Full-time

Keystone Building Certifiers is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor or Private Certifier to join our team.

The role involves a combination of residential building inspections and technical assessments across Class 1 and 10 developments. We're looking for someone with a sound understanding of the BCA/NCC and the Codes SEPP who can manage their workload, work through technical issues independently and confidently progress jobs with minimal supervision.

You'll work closely with the Director and the wider team, with support available when needed and the opportunity to further develop your experience across the certification process.

About Us

Keystone Building Certifiers is an established private building certification practice based in East Hills, NSW. We've been operating for over seven years and have built a reputation for being practical, responsive and easy to deal with.

We're a small team of certifiers and administration staff, with a consistent workload across residential developments. As our workload continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced person who can contribute across both inspections and assessments.

The Role

This position combines residential building inspections with office-based assessment and certification work across Class 1 and 10 developments, including homes, duplexes, granny flats, pools and associated structures.

Responsibilities include:

Building inspections

Conducting residential critical stage inspections, including pier, slab, stormwater, frame and waterproofing inspections.

Assessing building work against applicable approval conditions and relevant BCA/NCC requirements.

Identifying non-compliant work, specifying rectification requirements within our legal powers and conducting reinspections where necessary.

Completing inspection reports using our mobile inspection platform.

Assessments and certification

Reviewing applications and supporting documentation for Construction Certificates (CCs) and Complying Development Certificates (CDCs) applications.

Assessing plans and documentation against applicable BCA/NCC requirements, planning controls and approval conditions.

Identifying missing documentation and compliance issues, and communicating requirements to applicants and other stakeholders.

Progressing assessments and preparing documentation for review and approval.

Managing allocated jobs and competing priorities.

Researching technical matters and identifying practical solutions, seeking guidance where appropriate.

Working closely with the Director and collaboratively with the team on technical matters and day-to-day certification work.

Maintaining accurate records and progressing jobs in a timely manner to meet deadlines.

Final certification authority will initially remain with the Director. Subject to registration and agreed arrangements, there may be opportunities to exercise independent certification authority as you become established in the role.

About You

You have relevant building surveying or private certification experience and can confidently undertake both inspections and assessments.

You're comfortable working independently, investigating technical issues and finding solutions. You know when to seek input from others and value collaboration and constructive feedback.

You'll also bring:

A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your work.

Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.

The ability to interpret plans, technical documentation and relevant regulatory requirements.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

We're open to candidates with at least two years of relevant experience who demonstrate the technical capability, initiative and willingness to learn required for the role.

Current NSW building surveying registration appropriate to the Class 1 and 10 work undertaken.

At least two years of relevant building surveying or private certification experience.

Experience in both residential building inspections and technical assessments.

Strong working knowledge of the BCA/NCC and residential building compliance requirements.

Sound knowledge of the Codes SEPP and other relevant Instruments

Ability to work independently and manage an allocated workload.

Current driver's licence.

Experience with BCS or other certification software is advantageous but not essential. Training will be provided on our systems and internal processes.

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration based on experience and registration.

Company vehicle and fuel card.

A varied role combining site inspections and office-based assessments.

A supportive team environment with access to experienced certifiers.

Opportunities for professional development and increased responsibility as your experience grows.

All applications will be treated confidentially.