Statutory Building Administration Officer

Mornington Peninsula Shire; Mornington; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture – Positive, inclusive culture

Temporary full‑time contract until 21/

Band 4 pay

Job summary

Mornington Peninsula Shire is seeking a Statutory Building Administration Officer to administer statutory building and regulatory processes, provide high‑quality customer service, and maintain accurate records to support compliance.

Reporting to the Senior MBSC Administration Officer, you will work with Building Surveyors and regulatory staff to deliver efficient service delivery, support community safety, and help the Shire meet its objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and administrative procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to customer service excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex administrative processes with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement and initiative.
• Experience working collaboratively within a team environment and contributing to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Administer statutory building and regulatory processes in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Provide high‑quality customer service and respond to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and data to support compliance activities.
• Work collaboratively with Building Surveyors and regulatory staff to support service delivery and community safety.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

Policy understanding

Administrative precision

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Statutory Building Administration Officer

Mornington Peninsula Shire is Victoria's destination municipality, characterised by unique townships, highly productive agriculture, world renowned landscapes, tourist regions, and areas of national and international conservation significance within a vital Green Wedge.

The Shire is responsible for a broad range of infrastructure and community services that support the wellbeing and prosperity of our diverse community. With approximately 1,000 employees, it is a busy and vibrant workplace.

What’s on Offer

• Culture – Positive, fun and inclusive work environment that is underpinned by our core values which are integral to everything we do. These are Integrity, Openness, Courage, Respect, and Excellence.
• Opportunity – Temporary full-time role, up to 21 December 2026, based in the Mornington office. Band 4 - $75,105.58 per annum (excl super).
• Job Satisfaction – Have a meaningful impact on the community by contributing to achieve positive outcomes across the Mornington Peninsula Shire.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior MBCS Administration Officer the core responsibilities include:

• Administer statutory building and regulatory processes in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Provide high-quality customer service and respond to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and data to support compliance activities.
• Work collaboratively with Building Surveyors and regulatory staff to support service delivery and community safety.

About You

You are a customer-focused and detail-oriented professional with the ability to manage competing priorities in a legislative environment.

• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and administrative procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to customer service excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex administrative processes with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement and initiative.
• Experience working collaboratively within a team environment and contributing to continuous improvement.

Applicants must have valid Australian work rights.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities and age groups.

Mornington Peninsula Shire undertakes a variety of employment screening checks. This includes employment references, Working with Children Checks and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:Zelie Foley, Senior MBSC Administration Officer, 03 5950 1***.

Applications Close: 11:59pmThursday, 8 October 2026.