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Building Surveyor Career Graded OpportunityAre you ready to help shape the built environment of our unique and diverse region?Kyogle Council is seeking a motivated and technically capable Building Surveyor to join our Planning and Community Development team. This is a career-graded position, welcoming applications from professionals at various stages of their career from emerging talent with a trade qualification to experienced surveyors with accreditation.What Youll Be Doing:As a Building Surveyor, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable development across the Kyogle Local Government Area. Working under the direction of the Principal Building Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:Assessing development applications in accordance with building legislation and codes.Conducting building, plumbing, drainage, on-site sewage, fire safety, and swimming pool inspections.Monitoring construction activities for compliance with approved plans.Investigating unauthorised building works and issuing notices as appropriate.Providing technical advice and preparing written correspondence and reports.Supporting a culture of continuous improvement, integrity, and high performance within the team.This is a career-graded position (Grade 48). We welcome applications from candidates at varying stages of their professional journey. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:Qualifications and/or accreditation appropriate to the level of appointment (e.g., swimming pool certifier, building inspector, or building surveyor).Sound knowledge of relevant building codes, legislation, and development control regulations.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused approach.A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.Experience in a local government environment or a building-related trade background will be highly regarded.Why Work with Us?Kyogle Council isnt just a workplace its a community. We value collaboration, integrity, and delivering high-quality services to our residents. Heres what we offer:Salary: Competitive salary package commensurate with experience (Grade 48) up to $96,371.60 paBenefits:9-day fortnight enjoy a long weekend every second weekGenerous superannuationAccess to salary packagingA friendly, supportive and flexible working environmentLocated in the heart of the Northern Rivers, Kyogle offers the perfect mix of rural charm, community spirit and natural beauty. Imagine working in a region where your work supports sustainable development, your weekends are filled with rainforest walks, and your commute is traffic-free.How to Apply:If youre ready to take the next step in your building and compliance career and contribute to the safety and development of our growing community, wed love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining how your skills, experience, and qualifications make you a great fit for this position, along with your current resume. Send your application by email [emailprotected] or by post, marked "Confidential," to the Human Resources Manager, Kyogle Council, PO Box 11, Kyogle, NSW 2474.Applications received that do not include a cover letter addressing your skills, experience, and qualifications will not be assessed. Applications will be evaluated as received.Kyogle Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including people living with disabilities and Indigenous Australians.How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?To help expedite investigation, please include any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent, misleading, or discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr