Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council. Full-Time Temporary position until 31/01/2027 Salary Range $103k - $124k per annum 9 Day Fortnight Fitness Passport On-Site Parking Leaseback Vehicle Option Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice. Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ community, veterans and people with disabilities. The Role Reporting to the Coordinator Building Surveyor and based in Windsor NSW, the Senior Building Surveyor position is available on a temporary full-time basis. This position provides an efficient and effective service in relation to certification work, fire safety and development assessment to ensure that development achieves Council’s objectives. Constraints you will be exposed to include bushfire, flooding, heritage, landslip, threatened species, koala habitat, acid sulphate soils, to name a few. You will need a strong work ethic and be willing to take on challenges. Opportunities exist for process improvements and special projects. About You You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and have a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments. You will be experienced in negotiation and problem solving and have highly developed report writing skills. You will be customer centric and be committed to providing quality customer service. Essential Criteria Tertiary qualification in building surveying, environmental health or equivalent Extensive relevant experience in development assessment including complex developments Comprehensive knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation and regulations Registered as a Building Certifier with Fair Trading NSW Demonstrated computer skills Current Class C Drivers Licence The right to live and work in Australia Class C Drivers Licence WHS General Construction Work in NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration The Rewards There are many benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including: Great working environment Fortnightly Rostered Day Off Flexible work arrangements Health and Wellbeing Program Employee Reward and Recognition program Fitness Passport Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family To Apply For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au Applications close Sunday, 19 October 2025 Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application. Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position. Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
