Municipal Building Surveyor

Job Task Analysis - Building Surveyor

• Exciting Management opportunity to use your expertise to influence safer, better places for everyone.
• Attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
• Location:
  Cheltenham

As part of the Planning & Place Division, the Municipal Building Surveyors Department works closely with our community and colleagues across Council, State Government and private industry.

The exceptionally committed Department values inclusiveness, learning and shared success, and they have created a workplace where everyone can contribute and thrive.

We’re seeking a thoughtful, collaborative and future focused Municipal Building Surveyor to lead our Municipal Building Surveyors Department and fulfil our key statutory responsibilities under the Building Act 1993.

This is a senior leadership role that has significant exposure to working in a leadership capacity in our organisation as well as with our community. You'll guide a skilled team, provide clear and balanced technical advice, and support safe and compliant building activity across the municipality.

If you’re motivated by empowering an amazing Department, and making a meaningful difference as an MBS this role is for you.

• Supportive leadership of the Municipal Building Surveyors Department, including planning, service delivery and team development
• A positive, inclusive and growth orientated team culture where learning, wellbeing and customer focus are central
• Statutory responsibilities and decision making in line with delegated authority and relevant legislation‑making in line with delegated authority and relevant legislation
• Oversight of core functions including building applications, inspections, complaints, Essential Safety Measures and swimming pool/spa safety
• Coordination of interagency compliance investigations and contribution to regulatory reform initiatives
• Proactive participation in the Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC) and Coordination and participation in Councils ‘on call’ after hours service
• A positive, growth‑oriented team culture where learning, wellbeing and customer focus are central

To be successful, you will bring:

• A degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent) and registration as Building Surveyor Unlimited in Victoria.
• Significant experience as a practicing Building Surveyor, with Local or State Government experience highly valued.
• A supportive and contemporary leadership style that encourages collaboration, development and accountability.
• Sound communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to engage respectfully and professionally across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Building skills, with the ability to engage respectfully and professionally across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A commitment to inclusive practice, continuous improvement and community safety.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Jonathan Guttman, General Manager Planning and Place tmann.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

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