Principal Inspector Building

NSW Government; City of Parramatta Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Principal Building Inspector in Parramatta, NSW. This role involves managing inspections, providing regulatory advice, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will have solid experience in residential building work and holding a current Builders License or Qualified Supervisor Certificate. The position also requires strong communication skills and a current NSW Drivers License.

Benefits

Commitment to innovation and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in residential building work, particularly Class 1 construction.
• Ability to manage a caseload in a high-volume work environment.
• Must hold a current NSW Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to Management on issues and developments.
• Manage inspections and compliance activities.
• Coordinate inspection operations applying risk management strategies.
• Undertake complex mediations and dispute resolutions.

Skills

Residential building work experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of National Construction Code

Education

Current Builders License or Qualified Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Principal Building Inspector
Building Operations, Compliance, Building Commission NSW

- Clerk Grade 9/10
- Location: Parramatta
- Ongoing opportunity

This role sits within the Building Commission NSW Division in the Building Operations, Compliance team

About the Building Commission NSW
The new Building Commission NSW has been established after the NSW Government recognised the substantial progress made by Fair Trading and the Office of the Building Commissioner in delivering once-in-a-generation reforms of the building and construction industry. The new commission will not only be the industry regulator, but also a collaborator with consumers and industry to ensure standards, capabilities, capacity and resilience continue to be lifted across the sector to deliver quality homes and meet the state’s housing targets.

The Building Commission NSW is an outstanding place to work due to its commitment to innovation, collaboration and professional development. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the commission cultivates a culture of integrity and responsibility.

Those who join the organisation can be confident in contributing to meaningful work that positively impacts the built environment and the greater community, making it an exciting and fulfilling place to build a career.

Your day-to-day

• Providing advice to Management regarding significant issues, industry developments, critical milestones, and identification of options that contribute to the Department's regulatory plans.
• Manage and undertake inspections and compliance activities.
• Management of a team of Senior Building Inspectors on their day to day operations
• Coordinate proactive and targeted inspection operations applying effective risk management strategies.
• Undertake complex mediations and dispute resolution in line with legislation, regulations and policies.
• Prepare, present and review evidence, reports and submissions to make appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and maintain specialist regulatory knowledge and skills, act as a resource for managers and team members and effectively contribute to ongoing development needs of the Department’s regulatory role.
• Provide advice regarding significant developments, critical milestones and identification of options.
• Provide information and advice to industry, businesses and citizens regarding their rights and responsibilities in relation to relevant legislation.
• Effectively maintain statistical data, records and outcomes and provide timely and accurate reporting of compliance activities undertaken.
• Contribute to the development, mentoring and coaching to team members, maintaining a culture of teamwork, achievement, accountability and outcome focus.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience in residential building work, particularly Class 1 construction.
• Strong oral and written communication skills including preparation of technical reports.
• Excellent knowledge of the National Construction Code and Building Code of Australia
• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload in a high-volume work environment while working unsupervised and managing the expectations of customers and traders.
• Must be willing to travel as required throughout NSW

Essential Criteria

• It is essential that you hold a current NSW Drivers License
• Must hold current Builders License or Qualified Supervisor Certificate or able to hold a current Builders Licence or Qualified Supervisor Certificate.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact us.