Cadet Building Surveyor

About The Role

In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience and receive guidance from experienced professionals as you support key areas such as:

• Permit Assessments & Approvals
• Statutory Registrations & Compliance
• Building Maintenance and Enforcement
• Work type: 2 year fixed-term contract
• Classification: Band 4 Commencing at $73,796 pa plus super

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Deliver clear, helpful advice to customers, Council teams, and authorities to resolve building-related enquiries.
• Support team leaders in executing key Building Services activities.
• Champion innovation and best practices to boost customer and community satisfaction.
• Assist the Municipal Building Surveyor (or delegate) in implementing Part 8 of the Building Act.
• Help assess building permit applications and Council report/consent requests — guiding customers through the process to ensure timely, compliant outcomes.
• Contribute to daily operations across Permits, Registrations, Compliance, and Customer Service — meeting deadlines and service standards.
• Join the emergency on-call roster when required, with appropriate support and supervision.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be studying or have recently completed a Building Surveying qualification which is recognised by the Building & Plumbing Commission, such as Bachelor of Building Surveying, Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying.  In addition, you will possess a current and valid driving licence.

Essential Experience:

• Demonstrated knowledge of building legislation, including the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018, Building Code of Australia, and relevant Australian Standards
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Suite and database management.
• Strong people skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build positive stakeholder relationships
• Clear and confident communicator — both written and verbal
• Eagerness to grow and sharpen stakeholder engagement skills
• Highly organised with strong time management and planning abilities
• Flexible team player who can also work independently when needed

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Working with Children's Check (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications And Enquiries

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Enquiries: Nikki Short | Senior Talent Acquistion Partner | Nikki.Short@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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