THE ROLE
We are seeking an Assistant or Registered Building Surveyor to join a Melbourne-based commercial plan-checking team. This chance suits an assistant with at least 2–3 years of commercial plan-checking experience, or a registered building surveyor with a strong commercial background.
You will assess a varied portfolio of childcare centres, warehouses, restaurants, offices and small shop fit-outs.
DUTIES

- Review architectural drawings, specifications and supporting documentation for commercial building projects.
- Assess plans against relevant building legislation, the National Construction Code and applicable standards.
- Identify documentation gaps and compliance issues, and prepare clear requests for further information.
- Review amended plans and responses to help progress applications through the assessment process.
- Liaise with architects, designers, builders and consultants to clarify technical matters and coordinate documentation.
- Prepare assessment notes and support building permit documentation, within your experience and registration scope.
- Maintain accurate project records and manage competing assessment deadlines.

ABOUT YOU

- Assistant Building Surveyor with at least 2–3 years of commercial plan-checking experience; or a Registered Building Surveyor with strong commercial experience.
- Relevant building surveying qualifications and,



for registered applicants, current registration appropriate to the work undertaken.
- Sound understanding of commercial building compliance and the ability to interpret plans, specifications and technical reports.
- Experience assessing commercial projects, with confidence identifying issues and explaining what is required to resolve them.
- Strong attention to detail and a thorough approach to assessment documentation.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills when working with clients and project stakeholders.
- Good organisation and the ability to manage several applications and deadlines.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

- A role focused on commercial plan-checking and building compliance.
- A varied portfolio spanning childcare, industrial, hospitality, office and retail fit-out projects.
- An opportunity for an experienced assistant or registered surveyor to contribute to a dedicated commercial plan-checking team.

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a Melbourne building surveying practice with an office in Docklands and a dedicated commercial plan-checking team. Their commercial portfolio includes childcare centres, warehouses, restaurants, offices and small shop fit-outs.
To apply or find out more, contact Sophie at ******@hasterecruitment.com.au.

📌 Assistant or Registered Building Surveyor - Commercial (Docklands)
🏢 Haste Recruitment
📍 Docklands