This is a Development Officer Building role with City of Salisbury, South Australia based in Adelaide, SA, AU City of Salisbury, South Australia Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Development Officer Building role at City of Salisbury, South Australia Who We Are The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia's most dynamic and diverse communities, delivering essential services across a growing city of more than 148,000 residents. We're committed to providing exceptional customer experiences, living our ReACH values, and building a workplace where people thrive. The Role We're currently expanding our Building Team - and we're looking for the right person to join us. Your attitude, teamwork, communication, and willingness to learn matter just as much as your technical background. If you're passionate about delivering great service and want to grow your building surveying career, this is your opportunity. Key Responsibility With support tailored to your level of experience, you will: Assess development applications in line with the PDI Act, NCC, and relevant legislation Deliver clear, customer-focused advice to residents, builders, designers, and internal teams Conduct building inspections in accordance with Council's Building Inspection Policy Prepare high-quality reports and recommendations Contribute to a positive team culture as we continue to grow and evolve Skill & Competencies We're open to hearing from candidates with a range of experience. You might be early in your surveying career or already confident in your technical capability - either way, if you bring the right mindset, we'll support your development. Strong communication and customer service skills A collaborative, team-oriented approach Patience, clarity, and empathy when dealing with customers and stakeholders A growth mindset - eager to build your skills and advance your accreditation A genuine desire to make a difference in your community Desired But Not Essential Experience assessing development applications Knowledge of NCC/legislation Accreditation (or working toward accreditation) under the PDI Act Why join us? Professional Development Opportunities. Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture. Contribute to creating and maintaining outstanding spaces for the Community to enjoy. Further information is available by accessing the Position Description. People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply. All enquiries can be made to Favian Castello, Team Leader Building on 8406 8222 Applications Close: 9am 20th March2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the City of Salisbury, South Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Assessing development applications Delivering customer-focused advice ️ Conducting building inspections Key Strengths ️ Strong communication and customer service skills Collaborative, team-oriented approach Growth mindset Experience assessing development applications Knowledge of NCC/legislation Accreditation under the PDI Act A Final Note: This is a role with City of Salisbury, South Australia not with Hatch.
