Building Regulations Consultant

Are you ready to join a growing team and help build EBS Consultants into the provider of choice for building regulations consultancy including; BCA, Access, AFFS and Defect advice.

At the heart of why EBS Consultants exists is the value we place on human life. We do everything we can to save and protect lives and property. We also love giving back to our customers and communities. Along with being the best, we deliver forward-thinking solutions to the Strata and Construction Industries.

To achieve this, we have created a culture that is centred on relationships, work/life balance, and living our core values. We are customer-focused, technologically savvy, trustworthy, and pride ourselves on teamwork, creativity, respect, and ethical business practices.

**About The Opportunity**

Your role as a Building Regulations Consultant is to administer and coordinate a high volume of projects. The works relate to building regulation consultancy, litigation compliant building defect reports and; the upgrade of fire safety services within existing buildings. You will be expected to lead, assist and manage a large variety of Class 2 to 9 building projects under the direct guidance of EBS’s Directors.

The role will provide an extensive exposure to a wide range of residential, commercial and retail projects varying in size and complexity.

**About You**
- You are energetic, love working with people and go above and beyond to find creative solutions to complex challenges.
- Minimum 3 years of practical experience as a Building Regulations Consultant.
- Building & Construction tertiary qualifications.
- Knowledge and experience with Australian Standards, BCA, EP&A Act, Home Building Act and other Regulations.
- An excellent eye for building inspections, identifying defects and writing complex and detailed reports.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor a high performing fast growing team.
- Outstanding attention to detail, project management, organisational skills, able to work autonomously, as well as meet deadlines.
- High computer literacy.
- Fluent in English with strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence

**Responsibilities**
- Perform BCA and Access assessment and reporting, including carrying out inspections of Strata Buildings and other developments.
- Carrying out building defect inspections to identify non-compliances in accordance with the Home Building Act.
- Preparation of Building Defect Reports for residential strata complexes.
- Prepare and issue inspection reports.
- Participation in building defect claims process including negotiation with contractors and developers, lawyers, barristers, insurance companies and assessors, the Office of Fair Trading, and other expert consultants.
- Provide advice to customers in a written and verbal consulting role.
- Assist with fee proposals.
- Preparation of project documentation.
- Support developing project plans, scope, and specifications.
- Assist with Tender Process, including tender responses and requests for information.
- Appraisals and certification of “Essential Fire Safety Measures”.
- Preparation of certification of building design and certification of installation certificates and preparing final fire safety certificates.
- Supervision of defect rectification work.
- New construction services including inspections of buildings for BCA, Access, and Fire Compliance.

**What We Offer**
- A competitive remuneration salary with negotiable options and benefits.
- Opportunities for promotion, professional development, training, and future study assistance to enhance your career progression.
- Work within a friendly culture where you will feel valued and supported.
- Additional 3 days paid between Christmas and New Year Period.
- Paid Birthday Leave.
- Team outings at the end of each month.
- Melbourne Cup, End of Financial Year, and Client Social Events.

**How To Apply**

**Closing Date**:11:30pm, 28 February 2025

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplementary Pay:

- Commission
- Performance bonus

**Experience**:

- Building Regulations Consultancy: 3 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 28/02/2025