Building Surveyor (NT)

Education and Training:

To become a building surveyor you usually have to complete a VET qualification in building surveying. As subjects and prerequisites can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for further information.

Additional Information:

All those who work in the construction industry must undergo safety induction training and be issued with a Construction Induction Card (CIC). In the NT, training is conducted by Registered Training Organisations authorised by NT WorkSafe.

To work as a building surveyor you need to be accredited by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors. There are different levels of accreditation based on levels of qualification, which determine the kind of work you can perform. Contact the Institute for more information.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

There are no courses currently linked to this job for this state/territory. Please try another state/territory.

Employment Opportunities:

Most employment opportunities arise in local government bodies - shire, town and city councils. There are some opportunities to apply the skills acquired in this occupation to other jobs in banks and building societies, and in building management companies. Building surveyors may become self-employed and subcontract to major building companies.