• Permanent Full-Time
• Band 4 ($76,576 - $81,094) + 12% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

At Maribyrnong City Council, we are committed to creating a connected, inclusive and thriving community where people feel proud to live, work and visit. Located in Melbourne's vibrant inner west, Maribyrnong is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities, celebrated for its diversity, creativity and strong sense of community. We are passionate about delivering innovative services and opportunities that support our residents, businesses and visitors now and into the future.

The Opportunity

The Building Services Team is seeking a Cadet Building Surveyor to assist with delivering key building services while developing practical skills in the industry. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will gain hands-on experience interpreting building legislation, assessing applications, and supporting safe, compliant building outcomes for the community.

This role is suited to a recent graduate or current student seeking to build technical capability, develop knowledge of building regulation and compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement within the Building Services Team.

Apply now and take the next step towards a rewarding career in building surveying.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Building Services Unit in administering Council's responsibilities for the administration and enforcement of the Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to become a Building Surveyor or Inspector.
• Provide advice and liaise with relevant stakeholders including ratepayers, builders, occupiers and other Council departments via telephone, email and in person with building related enquiries.
• Assist with inspections of buildings and building works relating to complaints, essential safety measure audits and swimming pools, including preparing documentation and maintaining accurate, complete records.
• Provide a high standard of service to all customers, both internal and external to the department and organisation.
• Assist in the assessment of Council Report and Consent and POPE applications including, inspections, follow up and preparing documentation.
• Maintain Councils Swimming Pool and Spa safety barrier register, including follow up of outstanding compliance certificates.
• Assist in the assessment of applications for road and footpath occupation in regard to hoarding and gantry for building work including, inspections, follow up and preparing documentation.
• Pursue professional development opportunities by attending meetings and relevant training held by the Victorian Municipal Building Surveyors Group, AIBS and other relevant training organisations.
• Assist in the provision of administrative support in relation to the activities of the Building Services Unit.
• Represent Council positively at all times and foster positive working relationships across Council and with project partners and stakeholders.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Completion of tertiary qualification in Building Surveying or currently enrolled in and studying towards completion of a tertiary qualification in Building Surveying.
• Demonstrated digital literacy skills, including using the Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook programs.
• Physically fit to undertake duties as outlined in this position description. The position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment medical check.
• Valid Working with Children Check
• No relevant criminal record found in a police check.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Relish a vibrant foodie hub at your doorstep;
• Take an Accrued Day Off every month

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6915053.

To express your interest in this role, please forward your resume and a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description, in support of your application.

Enquiries: For further queries, please contact Wayne Clarke, Municipal Building Surveyor on 9688 0341, for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: 4 August 2026 - 10.00pm.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Maribyrnong City Council (Council) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within it child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.