 
						Municipal Building Surveyor
1 day ago
About Maribyrnong City Council
 Maribyrnong City Council is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and sustainable community. Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's inner west, Maribyrnong is known for its cultural diversity, dynamic urban environment, and commitment to growth and innovation. The Council prides itself on its values of respect, courage, and integrity, and promotes inclusiveness, ethical leadership, and a forward-thinking culture across all areas of service delivery. With significant development on the horizon and a community open to change, Maribyrnong offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the municipality.  
About the Role
 A unique leadership opportunity is available to join Maribyrnong as the Municipal Building Surveyor. Reporting to the Manager City Development, you will lead a capable and established Building Services team, including a Deputy MBS, Inspectors, and Technical Officers, to deliver an innovative and customer-focused approach to building regulation and compliance.  
This leadership role oversees all building services functions across the municipality, ensuring safety, compliance, and high-quality outcomes for the community. The variety of building stock, from high-rise and complex developments through to residential and precinct-based projects - offers significant professional challenge and impact. You will play a pivotal role in managing compliance, protecting community safety, and guiding Council's response to emerging issues such as cladding and large-scale redevelopment.
The position also requires strong people leadership: fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team. You will represent Council at hearings and tribunals, provide high-level advice to senior stakeholders, and work closely with community members, developers, and state agencies to support safe and sustainable outcomes.
About the Successful Applicant
 To excel in this role, you will be a registered Building Surveyor (Unlimited) with extensive experience in building surveying, including compliance and enforcement in a local government or comparable environments. You will bring:  
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, mentoring staff, and building capability.
- The ability to resolve complex compliance issues and provide innovative solutions in a fast-paced urban environment.
- Highly developed communication and negotiation skills, with confidence representing Council in public forums and tribunals.
- A commitment to customer service, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.
Above all, you will be an authentic and collaborative leader, able to set high standards for professional conduct while fostering a supportive and motivated team culture.
To Apply
 If you are a motivated and experienced leader looking to shape the future of building services in a diverse and dynamic municipality, we invite you to apply for this exciting role at Maribyrnong City Council.  
To apply, please attach a formal CV and cover letter. For further information, please contact Marcel Lafontaine at Public Sector People via email ) or mobile Applications will close on Monday October 6th.
Maribyrnong City Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
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