Building Investigations Officer

**Building Investigations Officer**:
**Job no**: 499843
**Work type**: Permanent Full Time
**Classification**: Band 5 - Commencing at $78,646 pa
**Categories**: Building Services

**About the role**
In this role, you will provide a customer-focused service to ensure that buildings and other structures are built and maintained in accordance with the Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2018. It will involve the review and investigation of complaints relating to potential breaches of the legislation and where required, participate in joint investigations with other enforcement authorities / agencies. This position will also be responsible for providing advice and support to clients.

**Work type: Permanent full-time**
**Classification: Band 5 Commencing at $81,005 (from 1 July 2025) pa plus super**

Key responsibilities include:

- Assist in the review and investigation of complaints relating to potential breaches to the Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2018 and carry out appropriate enforcement action under Part 8 of the Act.
- Carry out site inspections and audits of existing buildings and structures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, prepare reports and correspondence as required.
- Undertake joint investigations with staff from other Council Departments (where appropriate), prepare relevant documentation and institute legal proceedings as directed in relation to breaches within the area of responsibility.
- Provide service excellence through establishing positive communications with the general public by educating and promoting the need for compliance with the various statutes, legislation and local laws.
- Provide clients with a professional and up-to-date advisory service and assist the public with enquiries.
- Assist with the administration of the provisions of all applicable legislation, Acts, Regulations and Local Laws maintaining appropriate administrative and information-keeping systems.
- Assist with other key building surveying functions from time to time as directed by the Municipal Building Surveyor.
- Participation in an after-hours on call emergency roster.

**About you**
To be successful in this role, you will have knowledge of Government policies and practices and awareness of current trends and issues. You will also have proficient theoretical and practical knowledge and ability to interpret building and associated legislation and practices.

Essential Experience:

- A degree or tertiary qualifications in Building Surveying.
- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

**Child Safety Responsibilities**
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

**Diversity and Inclusion**

**We are the City**
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

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

**Applications and Enquiries**
- We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared._

**Advertised**: 19 Jun 2025 5:30 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
**Applications close**: 02 Jul 2025 5:30 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time