- Full Time, 38 hours
- Band 6, salary from $ 96,200.82 + Superannuation
- Working with a supportive and collaborative team
About Us
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.
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 a suitably quality Building Surveyor or Statutory Planner to fill a full-time position.
About the Position:
The role will also 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 Report & Consent Officer will undertake various duties including:
- Assess Report & Consent applications submitted to Council
- Assisting and or representing Council in relation to applications made to the Building Appeals Board or any other Authority
- Assist with technical information to Councils customers, internal & external
- Assist other staff where necessary
- Carry out other functions to support the building unit as required
- The officer will be capable of providing detailed Building regulative compliance assessment and demonstrate clear and effective communication to customers, residents, and team members
This position may also suit a graduate town planner.
Skills and Experience:
- Ability to listen, discuss and negotiate to resolve problems
- Ability to accurately detail and report within a timely manner
- Ability to effectively communicate with owners, customers, professions, and team members
- Ability to communicate complex technical information in a simplified and succinct manner where required
- 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
Requirement of the position:
- 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 or Urban Planning
- A thorough knowledge and understanding of the Building Act, Building Regulations, Building Code of Australia Volumes 1 and 2, referenced Australian Standards, and current building practices on-site
- Knowledge of the Planning Scheme and Planning and Environment Act is preferred; and
- Regulative compliance experience in all classes 1 & 10 buildings
- 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.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications are currently open, with a closing date Sunday 20th April 2025
Enquiries:
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Municipal Building surveyor, Timothy Nuttall on 9518 3555 or at Timothy.nuttall@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 peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.