Municipal Building Surveyor

We Are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia’s largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.

Position overview

The Municipal Building Surveyor is responsible for carrying out Council’s statutory functions under the Building Act and Regulations, including inspections, enforcement, and the issuing of notices, orders and certificates. The role leads and manages the Building Services team, provides expert advice to internal and external stakeholders, and oversees programs related to essential safety measures and pool safety compliance. It also involves investigating complaints, managing legal processes, and representing Council in regulatory matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform Council’s statutory functions under the Building Act and Regulations
• Lead and manage the Building Services team to ensure service delivery
• Oversee building inspections, enforcement, and compliance programs
• Provide expert advice and represent Council in regulatory matters

This is a full-time role based in Bairnsdale, however we are open to part time for the right applicant. While there is 60/40 hybrid WFH flexibility, the incumbent needs to live in the region to be able to perform the duties of the role.

What we require from you (Key Selection Criteria):

• Tertiary qualification in Building Surveying and unlimited Building Surveyor registration with the VBA
• Extensive experience in building surveying, compliance, and enforcement
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act, Regulations, and Victorian local government

If successful, you will need to undertake a police check, pre-employment medical check and psychometric testing. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Why you’ll love EGSC

Work-Life Balance:

• 60/40 Hybrid office/WFH options
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Flexible start and finish times
• Extra time off over Christmas
• Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres

Competitive Salaries:

• Competitive SEO salary reviewed annually
• Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!

A Supportive environment:

• 17 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
• Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
• Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
• Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter detailing your interest and the skills you will bring to the role.
• A current resume
• A statement addressing each of the key selection criteria.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 1 September 2025

Questions? Contact Martin Richardson, Manager Planning and Development, on (03) 5153 9500.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.