Nenad Kovacevic
Melbourne
Summary
Registered Building Surveyor (Unlimited) with experience in inspections, plan checking, and permit processing. Skilled in ensuring compliance with building codes, assessing structural safety, and supporting emergency response efforts. Detail-oriented and collaborative, delivering accurate reports and maintaining high standards of quality and public safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Building Surveyor
Jnat Building Permits
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Reviewed building plans and documentation to ensure compliance with local and national building regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation, processing, and issuance of building permits, occupancy permits, and related approvals.
- Conducted site visits to support surveyors in verifying construction progress and compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of permits, inspections, and correspondence with clients and authorities.
- Provided administrative and technical support to streamline permit approvals and client communications.
Building Inspector
City Of Yarra
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Carrying out mandatory building inspections on all classes of buildings and structures; to ensure compliance of building work, with the endorsed building permit documentation, the Building Act, the Building Regulations, the National Construction Code and the relevant Australian Standards
- Carrying out building inspections of illegal building works and instigate proceedings for offences against the Building Act, the Building Regulations and the National Construction Code
- Carrying out inspections of essential safety measures within buildings to ensure that the essential safety measures are adequate for the building and that they are being lawfully maintained
- Preparing Emergency Orders, Building Notices and Building Orders where there is a danger to life and property, and where building works do not comply with the Building Act and the Building Regulations
- Investigate, take written statements and compile briefs of evidence. Provide the collated evidence in court or at the BAB, as required, in prosecution matters where illegal building works had occurred, or in the case of an appeal
- Attend day to day counter and phone queries in relation to building permits, report and consents, the Building Act, the Building Regulations and the National Construction Code
- Experience in operating software programs such as: Property & Rating, Oracle and HP Trim
Assistant Building Surveyor
HQ Building Surveyors
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Assisted building surveyors with inspections, plan checking, and processing of building and occupancy permits.
- Prepared reports and ensured compliance with building codes and regulations for residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinated with clients, contractors, and authorities to facilitate smooth inspection and approval processes.
- Supported risk assessments and quality assurance checks on construction projects.
Building Inspector
Brimbank City Council
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted in conducting inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with senior inspectors to understand regulatory standards and enforcement procedures.
- Reviewed construction plans and specifications for adherence to local building codes.
- Supported the inspection team by preparing reports based on collected data and observations.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Maintained detailed records of all inspections, permits, and violations issued for future reference and analysis.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Educated property owners about necessary improvements for compliance with local codes and ordinances.
- Conducted regular site visits to verify that work was being performed according to approved plans.
- Ensured code compliance for new construction projects by meticulously reviewing plans and specifications.
- Reviewed site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
- Assisted clients in resolving code violations by offering guidance on corrective actions required for compliance.
- Performed thorough investigations of reported code violations, gathering evidence, and documenting findings for legal action when necessary.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure adherence to building codes and regulations.
- Investigated complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites.
Building Inspector
Government Shared Services
01.2018 - Current
- Conduct building inspections during emergency events, including fires, storms, and floods, ensuring public safety and structural compliance.
- Assess damage and risk to buildings, providing timely reports to support government decision-making and recovery efforts.
- Enforce adherence to relevant building codes, regulations, and safety standards in high-pressure emergency environments.
- Collaborate with emergency services and local authorities to coordinate inspection processes and remedial actions.
Education
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Albans Secondary College
Melbourne, VIC12-2012
Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12-2013
Advance Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12-2014
Bachelor of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC06-2016
Graduate Certificate - Performance Based Building & Fire Codes
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12-2018
Skills
- Building inspections and site assessments
- Plan checking and compliance review
- Processing building and occupancy permits
- Knowledge of Australian building codes and standards (BCA, AS, etc)
- Risk assessment and safety compliance
- Emergency response inspections (fires, floods, storms)
- Quality assurance and construction compliance
- Report writing and documentation
Certification
Registered Building Inspector (Limited) &
Registered Building Surveyor (Unlimited)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Building Inspector
Brimbank City Council
02.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Building Surveyor
HQ Building Surveyors
12.2019 - 02.2023
Building Inspector
Government Shared Services
01.2018 - Current
Building Inspector
City Of Yarra
01.2017 - 11.2019
Assistant Building Surveyor
Jnat Building Permits
03.2015 - 12.2016
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Albans Secondary College
Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Advance Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Bachelor of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Victoria University
Graduate Certificate - Performance Based Building & Fire Codes
Victoria University