Building Surveyor

Ready to shape the future of one of WA's fastest-growing
communities?
Join the City of Cockburn and help ensure safe,
compliant, and sustainable development across our rapidly evolving
landscape
As Cockburn continues to experience rapid development,
we're looking for a Building Surveyor to join our passionate
and professional team, to ensure safe, compliant, and sustainable
development across Cockburn's rapidly evolving landscape.
This position has become available following the
internal promotion of one of our team members—reflecting the
City's strong commitment to supporting staff growth and
helping individuals reach their full potential.

About the Role
As a Building Surveyor at the City of Cockburn, you'll
play a key role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity
of the built environment within our community.
This role involves
assessing building applications, conducting site and compliance
inspections, and issuing statutory certifications in line with the
Building Act 2011, the Building Code of Australia, and
other relevant legislation.
About You
You'll bring:

Registration (or eligibility) with the WA Department of
Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety
Knowledge of the Building Act 2011, Building Code
of Australia, R-Codes, and relevant Australian Standards
Experience in statutory approvals, inspections, and
compliance
Strong communication and analytical skills
WA Driver's Licence and Construction White Card
(essential)
Local government experience and Level 1 or 2 registration
(highly regarded)

About the City
Cockburn is home to over 135,000 residents and 9,000 businesses
across 24 suburbs.
Our community blends long-established
neighbourhoods with dynamic new developments, offering a rich mix
of lifestyles and experiences — with everything from pristine
beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation
facilities.
We're centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth,
on Whadjuk Nyungar Boodjar (the land of the Whadjuk Nyungar people)
between the coast and Jandakot Airport.
The City of Cockburn is a nationally recognised leading local
government.
Employee Benefits and Role Details:
Why work with us?

Generous superannuation (up to 16%)
Additional 2 days of leave per year
Flexible working arrangements (including a 9-day
fortnight)
Cockburn ARC membership and wellness programs

Salary: $93,945.24 - $118,583.27 per annum,
depending on skills and experience.
Hours: 38 hours per week, 9-day fortnight
How to Apply:
Visit our webpage:
Job Vacancies - City of Cockburn, download the position
description at the bottom of the page and carefully review the
selection criteria.
THEN, click the ' APPLY' button and follow the
prompts to attach a current resume and a detailed cover letter
addressing the selection criteria and outlining how your
experience, skills, and attributes make you the ideal candidate for
this role.
Note: Applications submitted via email will not be
accepted.
Closing Date:
Monday 22, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Further information:
Contact Pardeep Chouhan, Service Lead Building Services on 9411
3659, ********@cockburn.wa.gov.au
The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment
prior to this date.
The City of Cockburn is committed to achieving a diverse
workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse
backgrounds, people of all ages and people with disability.

Attachments:
- Position Description Building Surveyor August 2025.pdf

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