- Casual position available / May work up to 35 hours per week
- Salary: $56 - $77 gross p.h. plus 12% Super (inclusive of 25% casual loading)
- Located at Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra
- Applications close Monday, 13 April 2026 (at midnight)
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and reliable Casual Building Surveyor to support Council in delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality development outcomes for our community. In this role, you will play a key part in promoting the health, welfare and wellbeing of residents by ensuring buildings and developments meet all legislative, environmental and safety standards.
As a Building Surveyor with Council, you will:
- Assist in administering relevant legislation to support a safe, well‑designed and sustainable built environment for the whole community.
- Assess Construction Certificates and Complying Development Certificates, preparing clear and accurate compliance reports.
- Conduct critical stage inspections in accordance with your level of accreditation.
- Contribute to the protection and enhancement of the natural and built environment, public safety, and local amenity in line with Council's Community Strategic Plan.
- Provide professional, customer‑focused advice to the public on development‑related enquiries.
- Manage, assess and process development applications of varying size, complexity and value.
- Carry out plumbing and drainage inspections for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
- Develop and implement key program functions, including:
- Bushfire reports and BAL certificates
- BCA/NCC advisory services
- Provide expert technical advice on the Building Code of Australia/National Construction Code and other relevant building legislation.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 9, 10 or 11.
Grade 9 - $56 - $65 gross per hour plus 12% Super (inclusive of 25% casual loading)
Grade 10 - $62 - $71 gross per hour plus 12% Super (inclusive of 25% casual loading)
Grade 11 - $68 - $77 gross per hour plus 12% Super (inclusive of 25% casual loading)
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
Grade 9
- Holds or in the process of obtaining Tertiary qualification in Building Surveying or equivalent to attain a registered Class of building surveyor - Building Inspector.
- Undertaking or completed training to achieve a registered Class of building surveyor - Building Inspector with NSW Fair Trading
Grade 10
- Tertiary qualifications in Building Surveying or equivalent to attain a registered Class of building surveyor - restricted (class 1 and 10 buildings).
- Registered as a certifier to attain a registered Class of building surveyor - restricted (class 1 and 10 buildings) with NSW Fair Trading.
Grade 11
- Tertiary qualifications in Building Surveying or equivalent to attain a registered Class of building surveyor - restricted (all classes of buildings) or Class of building surveyor - unrestricted.
- Registered as a certifier at Class of building surveyor - restricted (all classes of buildings) or Class of building surveyor - unrestricted with NSW Fair Trading.
All Grades
- Hold or be eligible to acquire an NSW Workcover Construction Induction card.
- Class C Driver's Licence
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
The criteria shown above is the minimum qualification and accreditation for each grade. Additional criteria/capabilities are outlined in Shoalhaven City Council's Building Surveyor Capability Framework.
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
- Please describe a recent situation where you assessed a development application or construction certificate. Outline the key compliance issues you identified, how you applied relevant legislation.
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3203.
Applications Close: Monday, 13 April 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mal Dillon - Lead Certification - 02 4429 3469
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
