NATHAN HARRIS
Senior Building Certifier
Nathan began his career in building surveying in 1990, and has completed recognised post graduate qualifications in town planning , fire safety design, and disability access. Nathan has extensive experience and knowledge in all matters pertaining to the BA and related building legislation. Nathan’s skills and experience ensure that clients are provided with sound advice and direction in the areas of development in building consent matters and fire and life safety issues relating to the building design. Nathan’s goal is to assist in further development of BA Certifiers and expand on his knowledge and expertise in the industry. Nathan has been involved in the building surveying profession for over 33 years, and has gained a diverse range of experience with both government and private industry operations. Nathan’s experience spans from small to large domestic residential developments, large industrial complexes, health buildings, shopping centres, sporting complexes, multi-storey office and government buildings.
Affiliations
Australian Institute of Building Surveyors – Member
Master Builders Association – Member
Qualifications
Bachelor of Applied Science Environment Health (Major Studies in Building Surveying)
Grad Diploma in Applied Science Fire Safety Design
Grad Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
Certificate in Access Appraisal – Buildings – IATA
Accreditations
Member Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (QLD Division and National)
Registrations
Accredited L1 Certifier – Class ‘A’ QLD with Development Approval Endorsement.
BEN LANG
Senior Building Certifier
Originally from southern NSW where he entered the workforce with Council as a trainee Building Surveyor in 1997. After completing an initial Diploma, continual studying and experience has led Ben to a Level 1/Unrestricted A1 Certifier with a clear focus on Queensland private certification since 2015.
Since moving to Qld Ben has worked for 2 previous private certification companies including manager level. Ben now heads up the team at BA Certifiers where his passion is problem solving and helping clients comply with the legislative requirements.
Ben has worked on many different building projects ranging in size and all the different Classes which has taken him to different places, see some fascinating finished buildings which he is proud to be associated with. Also meeting some wonderful people along the way forming relationships.
Ben has a passion for what he does and now has over 26 years’ experience.
EDUCATION
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUILDING SURVEYING – UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY (COMPLETED 2014)
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT – UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, SYDNEY
DIPLOMA ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & BUILDING SURVEYOR, TAFE NSW
SKILLS
RICS – Level 1 Accreditation
AIBS – Accreditation
QBCC Licensed Certifier – Level 1 Building Certifier with Class A Endorsement NSW Fair Trading Building Surveyor – Unrestricted A1 Registration No. BDC2341 (subject to conditions)
Over 26 years’ experience in the Building Certification industry
JULIA GRAHAM
Technical Assistant/Administration
Julia is BA Certifiers first point of contact and valuable team member. She will be there to answer all your enquiries or direct them to the relevant certifier.
While starting off her work life as a receptionist for a building company in WA, Julia completed her Diploma of Building Design in 2011. After enjoying six years of working with a structural engineer firm, Julia moved to QLD and spent more time expanding her skills in the structural drafting world before joining the Certification team. The background experience and knowledge in the construction industry has given her a head start in helping clients guide to obtaining Building Approvals. Julia is always willing and ready to talk through the certification process and enjoys making clients feel valued.
ANNIE LANG
Finance Manager
Annie has over 20 years’ experience in finance industry, previously working in the finance sector for large companies. Annie has an Accounting Degree and can assist with all accounting needs relating to BA certifiers Pty Ltd.