Ready to step away from the tools but stay close to the work? These roles allow experienced builders use their skills in a new way - getting out on site, inspecting builds, sharing practical advice, and helping resolve real issues that matter to Queensland homeowners and industry. Youￂ﾿ll assess building work against current standards and codes, investigate and work through challenges by listening, problem-solving and finding fair outcomes. Itￂ﾿s a role that blends technical know-how with strong communication - guiding conversations, managing cases, and helping people move forward. No two days are the same, and your experience will directly shape safer, more trusted building outcomes across Queensland.

Job details

Four positions available, one each based in: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Maryborough and Rockhampton

About the Role

We're looking for passionate and capable people with strong building industry knowledge who are ready to put their expertise to work in a role combining regulation, investigations and customer service.

As  frontline representatives of the QBCC, you will provide expert technical advice, help resolve building disputes, and conduct both proactive and reactive building inspections across Queensland. Your work will directly support consumers, contractors, and industry stakeholders while ensuring compliance with Queensland's building legislation and standards.

You'll use your hands‑on industry knowledge to investigate building matters and help uphold building standards across the state. This is a frontline role where your practical experience is valued and your judgement matters.

What You'll Bring

• A current QBCC Builder's Licence or equivalent qualifications/experience in construction, engineering, certification, project management or architecture (mandatory).
• Ability to obtain a Certificate IV in Government Investigations within 6 months of appointment (mandatory).
• A current motor vehicle driver's licence and the ability to travel frequently and at short notice across Queensland (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of contemporary building standards, codes, legislation and industry practices, with the ability to assess and supervise building work.
• The ability to navigate difficult conversations with confidence. Your high-level interpersonal, consultation, negotiation and mediation skills will help contractors and consumers work through disputes. relating to building work.
• A sharp eye for detail—and the bigger picture. You bring high-level investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage complex cases in a highly technical environment.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to step away from the tools and the physical demands of work sites, while still using your trade knowledge every day in a new career path.

You'll be part of a respected organisation that plays a vital role in maintaining confidence and quality in Queensland's building sector.

You'll enjoy:

• Meaningful, community‑focused work that supports Queensland homeowners and industry
• Professional development and training while working with a supportive, experienced team
• Opportunities to broaden your career in regulation, investigations and technical advisory work
• A chance to apply your skills in a new and impactful way

Whether you're based in Brisbane, Maryborough, Rockhampton or the Gold Coast, you'll be joining a team committed to professionalism, integrity and positive outcomes for Queenslanders.

How to apply

Please ensure you read the attached Applicant Information document and Position Description. Submit your resume and cover letter (maximum of 3 pages) ensure in your cover letter you:

• Detail:
  • Your QBCC licence number
  • Whether you have a current driver's licence
  • Whether you possess or are happy to complete a Certificate IV in Government Investigation
  • What interests you about joining the QBCC
• Respond to the following questions:
  • Please provide an example where you applied building standards, practices, legislation and codes within the construction industry whilst also demonstrating investigative and problem-solving skills?
  • You are managing several reactive and proactive investigations at once. A new complaint arrives that involves possible structural concerns, and the site is in a regional area. Information from the consumer is incomplete, and the contractor is not responding. Explain how you would prioritise your caseload.
  • A homeowner and a contractor are in dispute over incomplete and defective building work. The homeowner is frustrated and wants a full refund. The contractor says the work met the contract and refuses to rectify it. Describe how you would approach mediating between the two parties.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date of this vacancy and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the QBCC. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QBCC Information for Applicants - June 2026 (PDF, 1.28MB)
  Application Kit
  
  Position Description - TO6 Building Inspector (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description