About the role
We are seeking a
Building Surveyor
to join the Health and Building Services team on a permanent full-time basis.
As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for assessing building applications under the direction of the Coordinator Building Services, while maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
In this role, you will apply Building Control legislation accurately and contribute to the development of related policies and guidelines.
You will also play an significant part in promoting high standards of health, safety and amenity within the community and built environment, and actively supports the delivery and continuous improvement of the business unit plan.
Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to;
Assess building applications for compliance with the Building Code of Australia in an efficient manner.
Inspect buildings as required
Provide guidance to building officers and building assistants on Building Act and NCC Building Code of Australia matters
Assess building applications for compliance with the Residential Design Codes.
Assist in the development and implementation of innovative strategies and policies to meet changing industry needs
Apply legislative obligations under EO & OSH policies
About you
The successful candidate will have the following:
Level 1, Level 2 Building Surveyor or Technician, registered under the Western Australian Building Services (Registration) Act ****
Relevant qualification
Experience assessing building applications for compliance with the NCC Building Code of Australia
Ability to interpret building legislation and provide advice and information to internal and external customers in a timely and customer focussed manner
"C" Class drivers licence




A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.
For more information about the role, please refer to the position description.
About working with us
The
salary
for this position will be from $97,****** to $122,****** per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
You will also enjoy benefits, including
Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 19-day month
Excellent leave entitlements, e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
Generous superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17 per cent
Comprehensive employee wellness program
Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
Free parking options available
Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work.
About the City
The City of Swan covers 1,042 square kilometres, representing nearly 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area.
It includes 42 suburbs from Bullsbrook to Bushmead, Ballajura to Gidgegannup, and it is among the fastest-growing regions in Western Australia.
The City is home to the iconic Swan River and the internationally celebrated Swan Valley, founded in ****.
It is a sought-after destination to live, work, and visit, combining quality services and amenities with a beautiful natural setting.
The area also holds profound cultural importance for the Whadjuk Noongar people,



reflecting more than 40,000 years of connection to the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River).
Today, the City is a dynamic and diverse community, where one in three residents was born overseas, and one in five speaks a language other than English at home.
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life for our community by delivering our vision of 'one city, diverse people, culture and places' through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.
At the City of Swan, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work.
We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.
We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
For more information about this position,
please contact Angela, Coordinator Building Services directly at
(08) •••• •047
.
For queries regarding the application process,
please contact our friendly People Services team on
(08) •••• •145
.
To
apply
, please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.
Closing date:
Tuesday, 1 September **** at 11pm AWST.
The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date.
The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early; therefore, if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.
*No agencies, please.

📌 Building Surveyor (Perth)
🏢 City of Swan
📍 Perth