Building Surveyor

Real Estate & Property

ANZSCO ID 312113

Summary

Building Inspectors inspect buildings to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and advise on building requirements.

Employment Pathway

A formal qualification in building surveying is usually needed to work as a Building Inspector. Vocational Education and Training (VET) and university are both common study pathways.

Registration or licencing may be required.

Top Skills Required

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively
Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job

Key tasks

Reviews and provides advice on plans to ensure they meet building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations and contract specifications.
Approves building plans that are satisfactory and issues building permits.
Monitors construction sites periodically to ensure overall compliance.
Inspects plumbing, electrical and other systems to verify alignment level, structure elevation and ensure that they meet the necessary code/specifications.
Uses survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to perform inspections.
Provides written documentation of findings from inspections.
Issues violation notices and stop-work orders until building work is compliant.
Certifies structure and plan compliance with the corresponding building regulations.

Facts about this occupation

11.9% Growth

85% Full-time Share

$2,069 Avg Pay/Wk

5,300 Workers

47 years Avg Age

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