Full time, Ongoing
Band 7, Starting salary $106,343 plus superannuation
The City of Greater Bendigo is in the heart of central Victoria on Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Country.
Located just 90 minutes' drive from Melbourne, our region offers all the benefits of a large city with a warm and welcoming country feel.
Greater Bendigo is an attractive region that is famous for its food and wine, and boasts the Bendigo Art Gallery, theatres, stunning heritage buildings and natural surrounds that provide great recreational opportunities.
There are also high quality education and health services, a wide range of housing options, excellent rail and road networks, and Bendigo Airport has regular direct QantasLink flights to Sydney.
We provide more than 65 important services to support our community, which is heading towards a population of 200,000 by ****.
Now is a great time to join us!
The Role
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail‐focused Senior Building Surveyor to provide specialist statutory and technical expertise within Council's Building Services team.
Reporting to the Deputy Municipal Building Surveyor, this role plays a key part in ensuring Council meets its obligations under the Building Act and Building Regulations.
You will assess applications, provide expert advice, undertake inspections and lead compliance activities to support safe and compliant building outcomes across the municipality.
Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to consistent, high‐quality regulatory services and continuous improvement of systems and processes.




You will also engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, providing considered and practical advice on complex building matters.
This is a senior technical role that requires sound judgement, strong legislative knowledge and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy under delegated authority.
About You
As a qualified and experienced Building Surveyor, you bring robust technical capability and a deep understanding of the Victorian building legislative framework.
You will demonstrate:
Proven experience interpreting and applying building legislation within a statutory environment
Strong analytical and investigative skills, with attention to detail and sound decision‐making
The ability to assess complex applications and provide clear, practical advice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of reports and statutory documentation
A collaborative and customer‐focused approach, with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships
Well-developed time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
You are proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement,



contributing positively to team outcomes and organisational goals.
Candidates suitable for a Building Inspector (Band 6, Starting salary $94,713) or similar experience such as a Building Surveyor (limited) are encouraged to apply, with position classification determined based on experience, capability and registration.
Benefits
Annual salary increases | Achieve work/life balance | Fitness Passport
Flexible and hybrid work options | Full time position | Secure and stable employment
Salary packaging options | Values based organisation
Work on a range of valued and interesting projects | Support our community
Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives
Visit our Employee Benefits website for more of our benefits.
Position Description
Click here to view the Position Description - Senior Building Surveyor (Band 7)
Click here to view the Position Description - Building Inspector (Band 6)
Click here for further information on the detailed position demands (this document provides further details on the physical and psychological requirements of the position which have been outlined in the table in the position description)
Contact
If you require any further information regarding this position, please contactCraig Kingston, Municipal Building Surveyor, *********.
To Apply
Please submit your cover letter, outlining why you are interested in this position and detailing your relevant experience with your current CV/resume by*****pm, Thursday 16 July ****.

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