Location: 1 Flintoff Street, Greensborough

Department: City Planning, Safety and Amenity

Compensation: Annual AUD $113,252.44 - $126,351.47

Employment type: Fixed Term Contract

Work Arrangement: On-site

Stepinto a specialist statutory enforcement role supporting safe, compliant andhigh-quality building outcomes across Banyule.

This is an opportunity for an experiencedbuilding professional to join the Building team at Banyule City Council as a StatutoryEnforcement Officer. This role plays an important part in Council’s statutorycompliance responsibilities, with a focus on investigating and resolvingbuilding-related complaints, applying relevant legislation and supporting safeoutcomes for the community.

Working closely with the Municipal BuildingSurveyor and colleagues across Council, you’ll use your technical knowledge,sound judgement and communication skills to manage complex or sensitivematters, provide authoritative advice and contribute to a customer-focused,accountable and collaborative team culture.

What you’ll do in this role:

- Leadthe investigation and resolution of building-related complaints, includingcomplex, sensitive or high-risk matters.
- Undertakesite inspections, gather evidence and assess compliance with relevantbuilding, planning and local law requirements.
- Manageenforcement action, including preparing notices, reports and high-qualityprosecution briefs where required.
- Providespecialist advice to customers, stakeholders and internal staff onenforcement processes, legislative requirements and compliance pathways.
- RepresentCouncil in relevant legal proceedings, tribunals or forums when required.
- Maintainaccurate records, monitor statutory obligations and contribute tocontinuous improvement within the Building Department.

What you’ll bring/what we are looking for:

- Qualification as a Building Surveyor or Inspectorholding registration in the relevant category and class with the BuildingPractitioners Board.
- Completion of the Degree orDiploma in Building Surveying




- Strong technical knowledge of the Building Act1993, Building Regulations 2018 and associated legislation.
- Experience in building inspections,investigations and enforcement activities, including managing complexcompliance matters through to resolution.
- Sound judgement, problem-solving anddecision-making skills in a regulatory environment.
- Highly developed written and verbalcommunication skills, including the ability to prepare transparent correspondence,reports, notices and court documentation.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflictresolution skills, with the ability to work professionally with a wide range ofpeople.
- The ability to work independently, managecompeting priorities and contribute positively to team outcomes.
- CurrentVictorian Drivers Licence.
- Registered practitioner with theBuilding and Plumbing Commission in the category of Building Surveyor orBuilding Inspector.

What we offer and what you’ll gain:

- A two year fixed term position.
- Salaryfrom $113,252.44 to $126,351.47 (dependent on experience) per annum plussuper.
- Professionalgrowth and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
- Genuinework-life balance and generous leave arrangements with a monthly RDO
- Healthand well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport
- 26weeks of paid parentalleave - primary carer/4weeksof paid parental leave - partner

Applications close: 25 September 2026 at 11:45.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility:

Banyule CityCouncil is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, andwe welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonableadjustment, support,



or access requirement, we encourage you to inform usthrough your application or [email protected]

Our Values

At Banyule, our values of respect,integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion guide how we work with eachother and our community. We are looking for someone who shares these values andis passionate about creating positive outcomes for our people and the communitywe serve.

Community Vision

We in Banyule are a thriving,sustainable, inclusive and connected community. We are engaged, we belong, andwe value and protect our environment.

Diversity Statement

Our community is made up ofdiverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders.We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone:principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of aninclusive community.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians

BanyuleCity Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people asTraditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided inthe area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from theHeart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, toa better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment

BanyuleCity Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety andwell-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Allallegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As achild-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environmentwhere children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council willactively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered indecisions that affect their lives.

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📌 Statutory Enforcement Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Banyule City Council
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