Our Client Our client is a Queensland Local Government organisation supporting a growing coastal community in Central Queensland. The organisation services a geographically diverse region spanning approximately 11,700 square kilometres and employs around 400 people across community, infrastructure, regulatory and corporate services.

With continued population growth and development activity across the region, the organisation delivers essential services spanning building and development, planning, infrastructure, environmental management, waste, community services and economic development.

The organisation maintains a strong focus on responsive customer service, efficient regulatory processes and sustainable regional growth, making this an attractive contract opportunity for an experienced building certification professional seeking meaningful public sector work with genuine flexibility.

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About The Role An immediate opportunity is available for an experienced Building Certifier to support a Queensland Local Government organisation with the assessment and determination of building applications.

The engagement is primarily focused on desktop assessment and approval activities involving Class 1a and Class 10a buildings and structures. You will assess applications against applicable Queensland building legislation, codes and regulatory requirements while providing sound technical advice where required.

Importantly, the position does not require routine building stage inspections, allowing the successful contractor to perform the role remotely.

- Position: Building Certifier
- Working Arrangement: Fully Remote - Can be based anywhere in Australia
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Until 2 July 2027
- Licence: QBCC Building Certifier Level 3 minimum
- Inspections: Stage inspections not required

Key Responsibilities

- Assess building development applications, predominantly relating to Class 1a and Class 10a buildings and structures
- Determine applications in accordance with applicable Queensland building legislation, regulations and technical standards




- Review plans, specifications, engineering documentation and supporting information for regulatory compliance
- Issue building approvals, permits and associated certification documentation within delegated authority
- Identify incomplete or non-compliant applications and communicate additional information requirements clearly
- Provide technical building advice when complex customer requests or regulatory matters require specialist input
- Interpret and apply the National Construction Code, Queensland Development Code and relevant legislative requirements
- Assess building matters involving siting, structural documentation and other applicable compliance considerations
- Liaise professionally with applicants, consultants, builders, designers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical matters
- Maintain accurate assessment records, decisions and supporting documentation within relevant council systems
- Manage an allocated application workload while meeting agreed statutory and organisational timeframes
- Support consistent and defensible decision-making through clear documentation of assessment outcomes
- Contribute technical expertise to the resolution of building compliance and development enquiries
- Apply sound judgement when escalating complex, unusual or higher-risk building matters
- Deliver responsive customer service while maintaining regulatory independence and legislative compliance

About You You are an experienced Building Certifier who can independently manage building application assessments with minimal supervision. You will bring strong technical knowledge, practical judgement and the ability to work effectively in a remote contracting environment.

- Hold current Queensland Building and Construction Commission registration as a Building Certifier Level 3 or higher
- Demonstrate practical experience assessing residential building applications, particularly Class 1a and Class 10a buildings and structures
- Possess sound working knowledge of Queensland building legislation and regulatory requirements
- Demonstrate solid knowledge of the National Construction Code and Queensland Development Code
- Have experience reviewing architectural plans, engineering documentation and technical building information
- Demonstrate the ability to interpret legislation,



codes, standards and planning requirements and apply them to individual applications
- Bring previous Local Government building certification experience, preferably within Queensland
- Demonstrate strong written communication and the ability to document clear, technically defensible assessment decisions
- Possess effective stakeholder management skills when dealing with applicants, consultants, builders and council officers
- Be comfortable managing competing applications, priorities and statutory deadlines independently
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a practical approach to regulatory problem-solving
- Be confident working remotely while maintaining productivity, responsiveness and accurate records
- Hold valid working rights in Australia
- Australian Permanent Residents, Australian Citizens and holders of suitable long-term Australian work visas are encouraged to apply
- Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this engagemen.
- As a mandatory requirement for this contract role required by our client, applicants are kindly asked to complete a compliance check and upload their work rights verification at www.charterdiligence.com.au/portal. Incomplete submissions may not be considered. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, please don’t hesitate to contact our team—we’re here to help.

Application Process Important: Due to the high volume of applications and the limited submission timeframe, we may not be able to contact all applicants. This is not a reflection of interest, but a result of operational constraints. As part of mandatory government contract requirements, priority will be given to candidates who have completed all necessary compliance checks. For applicants with privacy concerns regarding work rights verification submission, documents may be presented in person at our local offices for sighting. We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to this job post. For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at [email protected] and (02) 7208 7776 (Sydney), (03) 9001 7776 (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7776 (Brisbane), or (08) 6118 7776 (Perth).

Charter Diligence is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the industry.

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