Various positions including an ongoing opportunity exists for a Proactive Investigator, who wants to make a shared and valued contribution within the BPC!Department: Building and Plumbing Commission Work Type: Various Job Function: Regulatory, Governance and Compliance Classification: VPSG4 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/6411 Closing Date: 26-Sep-2025 Salary Range: $97,955 - $111,142 Job Duration: Ongoing File Attachment:Contact: Stuart Tori Contact Details: Stuart.Tori@bpc.vic.gov.auPosition DetailsThe role of the Proactive Investigator is to engage in a range of activity aligned to BPC compliance and enforcement (C&E) initiated investigations into suspected breaches of building and plumbing legislation, regulations and professional standards. BPC Proactive Investigators provide an important service to the Victorian community, supporting intelligence-led investigations in response to complex data and information gathered from a range of sources, with a clear focus on procedural fairness and sound decision-making.Reporting to the Team Leader, Investigations, this role will work closely to draw on the subject matter expertise of Lead Proactive Investigators to capably carry out a range of activity, including:
Gathering and analysing case data and information.
Preparing statements, reports and briefs of evidence in line with C&E requirements.
Conducting interviews and providing advice and information to the building industry, within a clear remit of responsibility.
Engaging in a range of divisional initiatives and working collaboratively as part of a united team.
What we are looking for:
Proven experience in a compliance or regulatory environment undertaking investigations, gathering information and evidence, preparing reports and/or briefs of evidence with the ability to undertake analysis and reporting of data.
Holds a Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or equivalent, is required.
Developed written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills, to be able to conduct investigations, pursue lines of inquiry, assess evidence and prepare reports.
Demonstrated ability to be decisive and flexible while maintaining impartiality, objectivity and professionalism and act ethically and with integrity and fairness.
Capable of working in a team environment and take instruction from Lead Investigators, team leaders and managers.
About the BPCThe Building & Plumbing Commission (BPC) is Victoria's new regulator for building and plumbing. It brings together the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV), and the domestic building insurance function of the Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA) into one organisation.Key functions related to building and plumbing regulation will come together under one roof, including registration, inspection and compliance, practitioner discipline, dispute resolution, and domestic building insurance. These services will now part of the BPC and will be fully integrated over the next 12 months.Commitment to DiversityWe celebrate the diversity of our workforce. The BPC values the benefits all our differences make and takes inclusion seriously. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Women, including into leadership and non-traditional areas; Neurodivergent people, People with Disability; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse/Marginalised people; Sexually and Gender Diverse people and from people at all stages of their careers. In short, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments, please contact us using the details below. Flexible work arrangements are available we encourage you to discuss any preferences during the recruitment process.How to ApplyWe require you to upload:
an up-to-date resume.
Please include a cover letter detailing why you are interested in the opportunity and highlighting the skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of this position and the key selection criteria.
Any other quals or licence if applicable
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