Senior Building Inspector – Residential Code Expert

Building Commission NSW; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Commission NSW is seeking a Senior Building Inspector to lead inspection and compliance across NSW, including Wollongong and Parramatta. The role requires extensive residential construction experience and strong regulatory knowledge.

You will manage complex cases, prepare technical reports, and advise industry on building codes while supporting a high-volume, client-focused regulator.

Qualifications

• Current NSW drivers licence required.
• Hold or be eligible for a builder’s license or qualified supervisors certificate.
• Demonstrated experience with Australian building codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inspection and compliance activities.
• Coordinate proactive inspection operations with risk-based planning.
• Prepare and present evidence, reports and submissions to support recommendations.
• Provide information and advice to industry and citizens on relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate data and reporting of compliance activities.

Skills

Residential construction

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Data reporting

Caseload management

Education

Certificate IV in Government (Investigations)

Builder license eligibility

Job description

Building Commission NSW is seeking a Senior Building Inspector to lead inspection and compliance across NSW, including Wollongong and Parramatta. The role requires extensive residential construction experience and strong regulatory knowledge.

You will manage complex cases, prepare technical reports, and advise industry on building codes while supporting a high-volume, client-focused regulator.