Advertised Positions

• Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Full Time - 38 hours 
• Salary from $70,000 plus super
• Working with a supportive and collaborative team
• Located in Glen Waverley
• Applications close 2 February 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne. 

About the Position

Sitting within the broader City Planning Department, the Building Team oversees the assessment of building applications, report and consents, building compliance and other technical matters. 
 
As part of the Monash Building team, you will be in a supportive team environment with an emphasis on continuous improvement and personal development and the opportunity to extend your skill set through exposure to varied and diverse building matters. 

We are seeking preferably a suitably qualified Student Building Surveyor to fill a fixed-term position with a strong focus on building regulative compliance.  

The role will assist and support the building team in delivering excellent service to team members of Council, applicants, and the broader community. Providing a responsive, prompt, and competitive customer service to the community. 

In addition, the role will be an integral member of the Building Team, providing technical learning support and working collaboratively to achieve goals. 

The Student Role will undertake various duties including: 

• Assist in administration activities within the building unit
• Assist with technical information to Councils customers, internal & external and external customers
• Assist other staff where necessary
• Carry out other functions to support the building unit as required

The officer will be capable of providing detailed information and demonstrate clear and effective communication to team members and internal and external customers. 

Skills and Experience

• Ability to assess information provided to Council and provide accurate information to members of the building team
• Ability to accurately detail and report within a timely manner
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members, owners, customers, professions
• An understanding of the building relative requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in a respectful and considerate manner
• Ability to participate in and contribute to an environment that motivates and supports the building team members to achieve high levels of performance. 

Requirements

• Current Employee Working with Children’s Check
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Right to work in Australia
• Preferably an academic qualification such as a tertiary level Advanced Diploma in Building Surveying from an accredited institution
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the Building Act, Building Regulations, Building Code of Australia Volumes 1 and 2, referenced Australian Standards
• Current drivers’ licence

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to: 

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Supportive and accessible management 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Social Club 
• Training and development opportunities 
• Discounted gym memberships

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. 

Applications close 2 February 2025 at 11.55pm 

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Deputy Municipal Building surveyor, Elias Waheed on 9518 3461 or at Elias.Waheed@monash.vic.gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.   

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email recruitment@monash.vic.gov.au 

 We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.