Assistant Building Surveyor in Torquay

Location: Head Office - Civic Building, Torquay

Job Category: Community Services & Development, Construction, Other

Permanent Full Time $101,213 to $108,972 pa (plus 12% super and annual pay increases) commensurate with experience and level of registration. Flexible working arrangements available (incl. 9-day fortnight).

Shape the built future of one of Victoria’s most iconic coastal regions. At Surf Coast Shire Council, we don’t just serve a community—we’re part of it. From Bells Beach Djarrak to the waterfalls of the Otways, our region is famous for its natural beauty, vibrant townships, and strong community spirit. We’re proud to work in partnership with Traditional Owners—the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadubanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation as we protect and enhance this remarkable region. We're here to help people thrive, and we’re looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant Building Surveyor to join us.

Your new career starts here. Step into a vital role as an Assistant Building Surveyor with our progressive and supportive Building Services Team. You’ll be at the forefront of supporting safety and compliance across the Surf Coast Shire, working closely with the Municipal Building Surveyor to uphold building regulations and industry standards.

In this role, you’ll:

• Support building compliance and enforcement investigations.
• As a member of the highly dynamic Building Services team, support the MBS with delivering Council’s Statutory functions.
• Ensure accurate records and adherence to legislative and code of conduct requirements.
• Navigate a wide range of scenarios, from rural builds and mixed-use developments to accommodation and major events.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This is your chance to work in a values-driven council with a strong team culture and a deep commitment to public safety and wellbeing.

What you will bring to the role: You’re an experienced and adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced, enforcement-focused environment. With a solid background working with Local Government, knowledge of the Victorian regulatory framework, you balance technical know-how with a practical, people-first approach. Friendly, professional, and committed to community safety, you’re ready to make a real impact, bringing with you:

• Demonstrated experience in building inspections, compliance, and enforcement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and dispute resolution skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and recordkeeping abilities.
• The ability to manage competing demands while maintaining high standards.
• Integrity and a collaborative mindset.

What you’ll love working with us: We offer more than a job—we offer the chance to build a meaningful career in a beautiful location, supported by a team that values flexibility, wellbeing, and your professional growth. Enjoy:

• Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home and access to flexi time.
• Option of a regular RDO as part of a supportive 9-day fortnight structure.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and an award-winning staff wellbeing initiative.
• Ongoing career development and learning opportunities—we’re committed to helping you grow.
• Operational use of a Council vehicle to support your work in the field.
• The ability to purchase additional annual leave to better balance work and life.
• Free onsite parking for added daily convenience.

Key Selection Criteria: Mandatory Qualifications, Experience and Requirements:

• Qualification and experience suitable for registration as Victorian Building Practitioner.
• Minimum 1 Year Local Government Building Services experience including Report and Consent, Pool Compliance, Place of Public Entertainment, customer request management, enforcement inspections.
• Experience with regional/rural and coastal property concerns highly desirable.
• Experience with Salesforce and Greenlight highly desirable.

Other Relevant Information: For this vacancy, preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent to a National Police Check (including potential international criminal history check), Qualification Check. Candidates must hold a current and valid Victorian Drivers Licence, a current WWCC and have the Right to Live and Work in Australia.

Working for council: Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life. We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying. Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.