Building Surveyor

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

The City of Sydney is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Building Surveyor to join our Health and Building Unit responsible for overseeing health inspections, environmental health complaints, pest control, construction and building compliance, licensed premises and fire safety.

In this role you'll carry out inspections and associated enforcement of buildings and site works in response to reactive enquiries and programmed inspections relating to regulatory compliance in accordance with our procedures. You’ll also undertake proactive inspections of swimming pool barriers to ensure compliance with the Swimming Pools Act 1992, initiate compliance action and formally represent the City of Sydney in Court where required, and ensure that buildings being investigated, comply with statutory and the City of Sydney's requirements in relation to fire safety, essential services and building related matters in regards to public safety, health and amenity. 

We're looking for someone with:  

• relevant tertiary qualification such as but not limited to a TAFE Diploma or Undergraduate Degree in building, building science, building surveying, engineering and planning
• demonstrated experience in development compliance work and/or building surveying
• sound understanding of building construction methods and materials suitable for residential and commercial buildings and structures
• working knowledge of the National Construction Code of Australia, and sound knowledge of state building legislation and regulatory requirements for all classes of buildings and structures.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month. 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment and criminal history check. 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 9 September 2026. 

For more information, contact Damian Zammit, Area Manager on 02 9288 5***. 

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at  ***********@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9***. 

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