Trainee Health and Building Surveyor

Have you completed your Higher School Certificate and are seeking an exciting opportunity to kickstart your professional career in the Local Government? Here at Mid-Western Regional Council, we are seeking a Trainee Health and Building Surveyor who is passionate and driven to succeed in this role.

• Structured, hands-on training with expert mentorship to help develop your career as a qualified Health and Building Surveyor, with support to complete an approved qualification recognised by NSW Fair Trading.
• Diverse and meaningful fieldwork across one of regional NSW's fastest-growing areas, where your work will directly contribute to community wellbeing and compliance with essential building and health legislation.
• Work-life balance and professional growth, with a 35-hour work week, 4-weekly RDOs, and exposure to a wide range of building, development, and public health functions in a supportive Council team environment.

Your new job

As a Trainee Health and Building Surveyor, you will support Council's building, development, and public health functions while gaining practical experience and undertaking a recognised qualification. Under supervision, you'll assist with inspections, assessments, and regulatory tasks across the Mid-Western Region, contributing to the safety and wellbeing of the community as you progress towards professional registration.

You

• You have completed the NSW High School Certificate or equivalent.
• You have the ability and preparedness to enrol in a specialty tertiary qualification that is recognised by Fair Trading NSW to enable ultimate registration as a Building Surveyor – Unrestricted (previously A1) or Building Surveyor – Restricted (all classes of building (previously A2).
• You have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of word processing packages, database, spreadsheet and e-mail applications.
• You have the willingness and commitment to undertake the required qualification course study and assignment workload outside of Council working hours.
• You hold a Current Class 'C' driver's licence.
• You can demonstrate an interest in Health and Building Surveying as a career.
• You have organisational skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
• You are highly motivated and willing to learn.
• You have knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training tertiary qualifications (or similar) in Building Surveying.

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $2.498.60 - $2,813 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $64,963.60 - $73,138 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

About Mid-Western Regional Council:

We do so much more than "rates, roads and rubbish" through a diverse range of 75 different types of businesses and as a leading member of the State's first and most advanced Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Find out more at Working at Mid-Western Regional Council - YouTube

The Mudgee Region:

Around 3 hours from Sydney (and Newcastle), the Mudgee Region boasts a dynamic and vibrant community brimming with lifestyle attractions, culinary delights and investment opportunities. Add to this a four-season climate, picturesque scenery, fine wine, locally grown food and a real community with heart and soul; we have a perfect lifestyle.

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What is next -

Applications close on Friday 28 November at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

The position is expected to commence in early 2026.

Have Questions?

Call us

David Flood, Building and Development Coordinator (02) 6378 2738

Jaime Adams, HR Officer (02) 6378 2752