Position overview

• Do you hold a qualification (Diploma/Advance Diploma) in Building Surveying, or nearing completion of this qualification?
• Do you have sound knowledge of the building regulatory framework, codes, regulations and legislation?
• Do you have exceptional writing skills and an ability to prepare detailed reports?

If this sounds like you, we have an opportunity available to work as a Building Modifications Officer with our Buildings Appeals Board.

In this role you are responsible for case managing modification and compliance assessment applications, which includes technically assessing the nature of the application, reviewing drawings and plans and other material filed by the Applicant, corresponding with the Applicant and other parties concerned, consulting with relevant authorities where appropriate, presenting the application to the Building Appeals Board (BAB) and drafting the determination that gives effect to the BAB's decision in the matter. The Building Modifications Officer is also responsible for providing general information about the BAB's jurisdiction, practice and procedure to internal and external stakeholders including users of the BAB.

About the organisation

The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is the primary regulator of Victoria's building and plumbing industries, ensuring compliance with relevant laws that protect the Victorian community and promote confidence in the built environment. The VBA manages practitioner registration, monitors industry standards, and enforces compliance through inspections, investigations, and audits. It also supports industry professionals by providing guidance, education, and resources to uphold safety, durability, and sustainability in building and plumbing work. The VBA is committed to promoting accountability and continuous improvement, and plays a critical role in safeguarding Victoria's construction standards and ensuring quality outcomes for all Victorians.

How to apply

We require you to upload:

• a detailed copy of your resume
• A cover letter highlighting the skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of this position as outlined in the position description.

VBA Commitment

We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We're hoping to find a broad range of experiences, and people from all backgrounds and communities to join us at the VBA.

We invite you to talk to us about any preferences or adjustments you may need to either our recruitment process or the role itself. If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support to your application. If this is you, please don't hesitate to get in touch via recruit@vba.vic.gov.au.

We value and encourage flexibility for all, and so we support all our roles to be worked flexibly in some way, including part-time, to support a diverse, adaptive, and high-performing workforce. We encourage you to discuss flexible work options with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.

Important information

Only electronic applications submitted via careers.vic.gov.au will be accepted