Building Inspector

Building Inspector

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Job Number:501400

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Join City of Moreton Bay as a Building Inspector, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

As a Building Inspector in the Building and Facilities in our Operations department, you'll provide expertise on building condition and compliance relating to structural integrity, hydraulic and fire compliance, asbestos compliance, building safety, planned maintenance and renewal priorities for Council buildings and facilities. You'll also:

• Undertake scheduled inspections, reporting building defects and deficiencies 
• Provide technical input, costing estimates and advice for the development of the programmed maintenance and renewal programs
• Undertake technical assessments and investigations and provide expert advice and costing estimates 
• Conduct building Pre-handover inspections at Practical Completion and conclusion of Defect Liability Period for new and refurbished building projects
• Provide detailed information to the Defect Management Officer.

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About you

Bring your building construction industry experience, knowledge and experience in conducting building surveys, and knowledge of structural integrity, asbestos compliance, fire and electrical safety and other building compliance matters. You'll also have:

• Demonstrated knowledge of building construction matters, interpretation of construction plans and specification
• Investigative, analytical, research and technical report writing skills
• Interpersonal skills to work with the team environment and internal and external customers
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation and practices applicable to building services
• Queensland Building and Construction Commission completed Residential Building Inspector licence (ability to obtain within 3 months from commencement)
• Asbestos Awareness Certificate (or ability to obtain within 3 months from commencement)
• Construction Induction Card competency (or willing to obtain)
• Current class C driving licence (required).

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5 fortnight), plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Negotiated salary increase locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

Any questions - please contact our Careers team at [email protected]. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Advertised: 30 Jul 2026

Applications close: 11 Aug 2026 23:55