Becoming a Building Inspector in Queensland

About this role

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

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Building Inspector include:

• 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.