Permanent, Full time
Senior Officer Contract
Remuneration is negotiable

About Us
The City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.

Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed.

The Role
Make a difference in our community and create positive outcomes!
This role will be working within the Building & Planning Department who are looking for an enthusiastic and team focused Municipal Building Surveyor who will lead Council processes comply the requirements of the Local Government Act, Building Act, Building Regulations and the Building Code of Australia as detailed by Council’s delegation schedule.

About you
You are experienced in building control matters and will have the following experience and attributes:

• Registered Building Practitioner in the category of Building Surveyor - Unlimited
• Prior experience in coordinating and ability to lead the efficient operation of the Building Services Team in all statutory, regulatory, and administrative functions.
• Highly developed research, analytical, oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to providing a high level of customer service
• An understanding of risk management principles and ability to implement these principles
• Previous local government experience of at least 7 years in a senior position in a building department with a preference for experience as a deputy municipal building surveyor or a senior building surveyor
• At least 7 years experience in leading, co-ordinating and mentoring a team

If this sounds like you, then you should definitely apply!

The City of Whittlesea offers a workplace that accommodates your working style and needs. Our working environment encourages empowerment and support by the leadership team that is community focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.

We offer training and development opportunities, study assistance, flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, an active social club and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Want to know more?
For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below or if you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Ricardo Ramos, Manager Building & Planning on 0437 591 801

To apply for this position, you must address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, that applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria may not be considered.

Applications close at 11.45pm on Sunday 31 August 2025

Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified.

Please note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted.

We are happy to take applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone’s strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer.

Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation.

If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email [email protected] with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. Workplace adjustment (also known as “reasonable adjustment”) is defined as: “Whatever is considered necessary and achievable to enable an employee to perform their job role efficiently and to the best of their abilities”. A Workplace adjustment can be requested at any stage in the recruitment process and/or as a part of the employment of an individual.