Position overview

“As a modern and active regulator, we're helping the communities of tomorrow realise their potential by promoting a quality, vibrant and safe building industry.”

The role of the Proactive Investigator is to engage in a range of activity aligned to VBA Compliance and Enforcement (C&E) initiated investigations into suspected breaches of building and plumbing legislation, regulations and professional standards. VBA Proactive Investigators provide an important service to the Victorian community, supporting intelligence-led investigations in response to complex data and information gathered from a range of sources, with a clear focus on procedural fairness and sound decision-making.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Investigations, this role will work closely to draw on the subject matter expertise of Lead Proactive Investigators to capably carry out a range of activity, including:

• Gathering and analysing case data and information.
• Preparing statements, reports and briefs of evidence in line with C&E requirements.
• Conducting interviews and providing advice and information to the building industry, within a clear remit of responsibility.
• Engaging in a range of divisional initiatives and working collaboratively as part of a united team.

What we are looking for: 

• Proven experience in a compliance or regulatory environment undertaking investigations, gathering information and evidence, preparing reports and/or briefs of evidence with the ability to undertake analysis and reporting of data.

• Holds a Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or equivalent, is required.

• Developed written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills, to be able to conduct investigations, pursue lines of inquiry, assess evidence and prepare reports.
• Demonstrated ability to be decisive and flexible while maintaining impartiality, objectivity and professionalism and act ethically and with integrity and fairness.
• Capable of working in a team environment and take instruction from Lead Investigators, team leaders and managers.

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.

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.

How to apply

We require you to upload:

• a detailed copy of your resume
• A cover letter outlining your relevant experience and how you feel it aligns to the role.
• Include your licence as applicable

Important information

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