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Group
Occupation

241931 Building Surveyor

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

241931 Building Surveyor

Reviews, analyses and assesses building plans for compliance to current building standards, and issues relevant legislative permits, certification and approvals.

Registration or licensing is required.

Alternative title

  • Building Certifier

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Assesses and approves building permit applications to ensure compliance with building codes, local ordinances, zoning and contract specifications
  • Undertakes, or directs Building Inspectors to undertake, critical stage inspections of buildings under construction to determine if the work complies with the development consent and legislative requirements
  • Prepares a written record of building work inspected and documents details identifying non-compliant issues
  • Enforces the requirements of building legislation by issuing written directions to fix non-compliant building work, providing building notices, and issuing or removing building orders
  • Responds to enquiries or complaints from people affected by their decisions made when carrying out statutory functions
  • Issues occupancy permits and certificates of final inspection upon the completion of building work if all requirements are met
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