Applications close: 30 June 2026
Trainee Building Surveyor
Temporary full-time position up to 4 years.
35 hours a week + VDO every 19-days
Trainee Salary is as per the Local Government (State) Award (Trainee Wages)
Kick-start your career in building certification with structured, hands-on training and mentoring from experienced professionals at Wingecarribee Shire Council. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, gain valuable practical experience, and build a rewarding career in building certification and regulatory services.
What you'll do
As our Trainee Building Surveyor, you will gain practical experience across a broad range of certification, compliance and regulatory functions, supporting your progression toward registration as a Building Surveyor – Restricted (Class 1 and 10 Buildings).
Working under the guidance of registered certifiers and senior staff, you will assist with the assessment, administration and inspection of building and regulatory matters in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, and associated legislation.
Your training will provide exposure to:
- Building certification and development approvals
- Section 68 approvals
- Building inspections and compliance activities
- Swimming pool barrier compliance
- Local government regulatory services
- Customer and stakeholder engagement
Why Wingecarribee?
Wingecarribee Shire sits at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty, vibrant towns, and strong sense of community. We are proud to serve a region with a thriving local economy and a lifestyle that balances career opportunities with wellbeing.
As a forward-thinking Council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future. Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we focus on delivering high-quality services that support our community while protecting the unique character of our Shire.
By joining Wingecarribee Shire Council, you’ll be part of an organisation that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, where your skills make a real difference to the places our community lives, works, and enjoys.
You'll also get to enjoy:
- Attractive trainee salary package + 12% superannuation
- Variable day off every 19-days
- Earn while you learn - Complete a Provide Building Surveying Services for Residential Buildings up to Three Storeys qualification (CPCSS00005)
- Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
- On the job training, mentoring and guidance provided!
- Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
- Flexible working arrangements – WFH opportunities
- Salary packaging options available - make the most of your income
- Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
- Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
What you'll need (essential Criteria)
- Completion of Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
- Willingness to undertake and successfully complete qualifications recognised under the Building and Development Certifiers Regulation 2020 to support progression toward registration as a Building Surveyor — Restricted (Class 1 and 10 Buildings).
- Demonstrated interest in building surveying, certification, construction and local government regulatory services.
- Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and electronic management systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Proven interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate to a wide range of audiences.
- Understanding of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018, Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation.
- Current NSW Driver Licence (Class C).
Desirable Criteria
- Experience or exposure within local government, construction, certification, plumbing, drainage or regulatory environments.
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation, standards, plans and technical documentation.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents:
- Resume - A current resume outlining your relevant skills, experience, and employment history.
- Relevant Certifications - Copies of any qualifications, licenses, or accreditations required for the role.
- Responses to the Essential Criteria (Statement of Claims) - A completed Statement of Claims addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the position description. Use this document to provide detailed examples demonstrating how your skills, experience, and qualifications meet each essential criterion.
Applications that do not address the essential criteria may not be considered.
Have Questions?
- Contact Evonne Thorne, Coordinator Health and Buildingon 0461 251 400.
Applications close: 30 June 2026 – don’t miss this opportunity.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during our application process, please contact us atcareers@wsc.nsw.gov.au, by phone on 1300 680 888 or by visiting our office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.
