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 Activities

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

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

A career with us
We’d love for you to continue your career with the City and set the benchmark for a sustainable, inclusive and culturally safe workplace.  With a range of benefits, flexible working options, learning and development opportunities, support services and the opportunity to give back to the community, the City has so much to offer!

Click https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/article/item/8d1155a0d84344d.aspx to view all the benefits to you working at the City.

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

Applications and Enquiries
Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

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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