Principal Building Surveyor

Kyogle Council is on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Principal Building Surveyor to head up our building services team and make a lasting impact across our beautiful local government area.

As Principal Building Surveyor, you’ll be the key driver behind the delivery of professional, efficient and compliant building surveying and certification services across the region. Your leadership will support local growth and ensure quality standards are upheld in all areas of construction and development.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Assessing and issuing building-related certificates (CDC, CC, OC, BIC)
• Conducting critical stage inspections and ensuring compliance with development approvals
• Leading investigations into unauthorised works and guiding enforcement action
• Providing expert technical advice to Council, stakeholders, and the community
• Supervising and mentoring a team of dedicated certifiers
• Driving continuous improvement and best practice in building services

Here’s what we offer:

• Salary: Competitive salary package commensurate with experience (Grade 8–9) up to $112,226.40 pa
• Benefits:
  ✅ 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every second week
  ✅ Leaseback vehicle for private use available
  ✅ Generous superannuation
  ✅ Access to salary packaging
  ✅ A friendly, supportive and flexible working environment

To be eligible for this role, you will have:

• Accreditation (or eligibility) under the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018
  • Grade 8: Building Surveyor – Restricted (Class 1 & 10)
  • Grade 9: Building Surveyor – Restricted (All classes)
• A current Class C driver’s licence
• A solid understanding of NSW planning and building legislation
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff (for Grade 9 roles)

To view the position description, please click here.

To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining how your skills, experience, and qualifications make you a great fit for this position, along with your current resume. Send your application by email [email protected] or by post, marked “Confidential,” to the Human Resources Manager, Kyogle Council, PO Box 11, Kyogle, NSW 2474.

Applications received that do not have a cover letter addressing your skills, experience and qualifications will not be assessed. Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Applications close 4pm Friday 6 June 2025