Owner Inspections
Owner Inspections - Building and Pest Inspections Australia

Our Team

Meet the qualified professionals behind Owner Inspections

VBA

VBA

CBD-U 5342

Victoria

NSW Fair Trading

NSW Fair Trading

366177C

NSW

QBCC

QBCC

15249792

Queensland

ABSC SIP

ABSC SIP

141

Meet The Owner Inspections Team

Meet our highly skilled and qualified building inspectors who ensure the safety and quality of every project. With extensive certifications and qualifications, they possess expertise in various areas such as structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, and fire safety. Our team members undergo regular training to stay up-to-date with the latest building codes and regulations. Rest assured that your project will be meticulously assessed and thoroughly inspected by professionals dedicated to safety, quality, and compliance. Feel free to explore their profiles and contact us for any further assistance. We look forward to delivering the highest level of expertise in building inspections.

Owner Inspections team of qualified building inspectors

Our Team

Click on a team member to learn more about their qualifications and expertise

Maison Azdari

Maison Azdari

Co-Founder, Senior Building Consultant & Expert Witness

Maison is a highly experienced Building Consultant and Expert Witness with over 21 years of experience in the industry. He is passionate about quality construction and aims to contribute to the community by helping homeowners live in the high-quality homes they deserve.

Maison is very quality orientated, and this commitment to excellence has led him to be successful in business. He is also highly regarded in the industry as a Member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants and an Expert Witness. Maison's skillset covers Steel, Concrete and Timber structures, making him an invaluable asset when it comes to assessing building damage.

He possesses excellent determination and will to succeed, as well as integrity and morality. These qualities have seen him through many challenges throughout his career, while his continuous learning and updation in construction and law keep him at the forefront of his field and make him someone you can highly trust.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants
  • Qualified Strata Building Bond Scheme Inspector
  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering
  • Recognised as a Professional Civil Engineer by ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA
  • Completed units of "Bachelor of Law" at Victoria University
  • Cert IV in Building and Constructions (Building and Estimating)
  • Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
  • Registered Builder – NSW: 366172C | VIC: DBU-41642 | QLD: 15151453
  • Completed Residential Building Inspector in QLD
  • Qualified Timber Pest Inspector
  • Welding Process and Inspection for Steel Structures certificate
  • Industrial Parts Welding Inspection Visual Testing (VT) Certificate
  • Reinforced Concrete Works Quality Control Certificate
  • Building Consultant Expert Witness Seminar – Master Builders

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Building Consultation
  • Expert Witness Inspection and Reports
  • Building Dispute & Resolutions
  • Building Defect Assessments
  • Strata Defect Inspections and Reports
  • Remedial Works Advice
  • Defect Investigation
  • Structural defects
  • Water Ingress Diagnostics
  • Waterproofing Quality Assurance
  • New Home Construction Stage Inspections
  • Pre-Purchase Building & Pest Inspections
  • Steel, Concrete and Timber Structure Inspections
  • Dilapidation Surveys
  • Strata Building Bond & Inspection Scheme
Shahab

Shahab

Senior Structural Engineer

Shahab is an accomplished Civil and Structural Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He has a proven track record in delivering high-quality civil and structural design, inspection and quality assurance for residential, commercial and industrial projects.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Master of Structural Engineering (UNSW)
  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering, 1999
  • Chartered Fellow Member of Engineers Australia (FIEAUST–CPEng-NER)
  • NER Member of Engineers Australia (Civil & Structural)
  • Registered engineer in QLD (RPEQ) and VIC (BLA)
  • Design Practitioner under NSW DBP Act

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Steel, reinforced concrete and timber structures design
  • Post tension structures
  • Seismic design and FEA modelling
  • Site inspection, Quality assurance and material testing
  • Structural assessment and expert witness reports
Joanne

Joanne

Building Biologist and Mould Specialist

Joanne is a certified building biologist who evaluates health hazards in the built environment and provides strategies to address exposure and/or source control. She completed her training with the Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES) and has advanced training in Mould Technician Course (BLDBIO606) and Mould Testing and Destructive Sampling (RTO21740) training through ACES. Additionally, she completed the Water Damage and Restoration Certificate through the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration (IICRC). She is also a certified EMR consultant and has completed a nationally accredited course in Electromagnetic Field Testing (BLDBIO602).

Joanne has been helping to create healthier homes for over ten years by assessing hundreds of places such as homes, schools and workplaces. She recognises mould & EMF exposure issues while also being more passionate about preventive actions, equipping people with the right tools to keep their living environments healthy by understanding potential health hazards. Her expertise has seen her featured on numerous radio programmes related to wellness, plus Channel Ten's 'Healthy Homes' program – all part of her mission towards greater awareness around creating safe habitats for everyone.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Certified Building Biologist – Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES)
  • Advanced Diploma in Mould Technician Course (BLDBIO606)
  • Mould Testing and Destructive Sampling (RTO21740) – ACES
  • Water Damage and Restoration Certificate – IICRC
  • Certified EMR Consultant
  • Electromagnetic Field Testing (BLDBIO602) – Nationally Accredited

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Mould Inspections and Testing
  • EMF Assessments
  • Water Damage Assessments
  • Full Building Biology Assessments
  • Healthy Home Consultations
  • Indoor Air Quality Assessments
Josh

Josh

Building Inspector & Lawyer

Josh has over 20 years of experience in residential construction. He has a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Modelling, both from Deakin University. Josh has worked in various roles, including Technical and Compliance Manager, Building Consultant, and Quality Assurance Inspector at luxury and volume builder companies.

In his previous roles, Josh had several duties, including managing the compliance aspects of the business, overseeing DBDRV and VCAT matters, assessing and determining coverage for complex maintenance and warranty issues, managing the day-to-day running of the Maintenance and Warranty team, and ensuring that all homes comply with Australian Standards, NCC, VBA Standards & Tolerances, manufacturers installation guidelines, contractual documentation, and industry best practices.

Josh is proficient in technical report writing and has provided thousands of quality, maintenance and warranty, insurance, and structural reports. He has a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry and is able to fully comprehend technical documents, engineering drawings, reports, and Australian Standards.

Josh is currently working in two roles: as an inspector and expert witness at Owner Inspection, and as a lawyer at a legal firm. As a lawyer, he is responsible for drafting correspondence and legal documents, participating in client interviews, court and tribunal filings, conducting research for upcoming matters, and client liaison.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – Deakin University
  • Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Modelling – Deakin University
  • Practising Lawyer

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Building Inspections and Expert Witness Reports
  • Technical and Compliance Management
  • DBDRV and VCAT Matters
  • Maintenance and Warranty Assessments
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Australian Standards and NCC Compliance
Parham

Parham

Senior Structural Engineer – Remedial Works

Parham is a Chartered Structural Engineer and Registered National Structural Engineer with over 25 years of experience in structural engineering. He has worked on numerous large and complex remedial engineering projects in Australia and overseas, providing specialist consultancy services in various areas of the building and construction industry.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.) Infrastructure Engineering (Structural Engineering), Western Sydney University
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Structural Engineering, The University of Manchester
  • Bachelor of Science – BSc Civil Engineering, IAUN

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Remedial Work Engineering
  • Building and Façade Diagnostics
  • Structural condition assessment and diagnostic reports
  • Structural repairs and strengthening solutions
  • Structural and façade safety auditing
  • Structural retrofitting design
  • Concrete repair and corrosion prevention
  • Concrete cancer remediation
  • Foundation and retaining walls remediation
  • Heritage building structural remediation
  • Remediation design and specifications
  • Dilapidation surveys
  • Water ingress diagnostics
  • Waterproofing design for new and existing buildings
  • Building defect reports
  • Strategic and technical advice
Arash

Arash

Principal Façade Engineer

Arash is a Principal Structural and facade Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He holds a BEng(Civil), MEng (Structural), MSc (Project Management), and MBA(Strategic Management) from some of the most prestigious universities in Australia and overseas.

Arash has extensive experience in both design and management roles across multiple sectors, including commercial, residential, health, aged care, education, correctional facilities and industrial.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Master of Science – Project Management
  • Master of Engineering (Hons)- Structural Engineering
  • MBA – Strategic Management
  • Bachelor of Engineering – Civil Engineering
  • Engineers Australia – Chartered Structural and Facade engineer (CPEng-MIEAust)
  • National Engineering Representative
  • Registered design practitioner in NSW and Victoria
  • Registered professional engineer in Queensland

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Facade Design and assessment
  • Curtain and window walls
  • Façade Structure Interactions
  • Façade Wind and Seismic Analysis
  • Façade blast design
  • Façade Waterproofing
  • Remedial works and façade rectifications
  • Durability and material protection
  • Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC)
  • Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP)
  • Glass and aluminium cladding Design
  • Thermal assessment
  • PMU and onsite testing and assessments
  • Earthquake Analysis
  • Seismic provisions
  • Cyclonic and Non-Cyclonic Wind Analysis
  • Condition survey and reports
Kelly

Kelly

Building Biologist

Kelly is a professional in the building biology and mould testing industry. She has completed an Advanced Diploma of Building Biology and Mould Testing (BLDBIO606) through the Australian College of Environmental Studies (RTO 21740). Kelly is also IICRC Certified in Water Damage Restoration.

Kelly has been working in the field for seven years and previously worked for the NSW Government in Operations Management at Sydney Olympic Park Authority. Currently, she does mould and water damage assessments, EMF assessments, and full building biology assessments. She is also experienced in assessing flood damage-related insurance claims.

Having seen a lot of common issues with homes during her time on building sites etc., Kelly is very passionate about our industry and building biology in particular. She also works with people to create a healthy home.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Advanced Diploma of Building Biology and Mould Testing (BLDBIO606) – ACES (RTO 21740)
  • IICRC Certified in Water Damage Restoration

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Mould and Water Damage Assessments
  • EMF Assessments
  • Full Building Biology Assessments
  • Flood Damage Insurance Claim Assessments
  • Healthy Home Consultations
Ali

Ali

Civil/Structural Engineer

Ali is a Civil and Structural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He has extensive experience in design roles across multiple sectors, including commercial, residential (low-rise to high-rise buildings), health, aged care, education, and industrial. Ali's key areas of expertise include complex Industrial design, structural engineering design for steel and concrete structures, and project management.

He possesses excellent determination and will to succeed, as well as integrity and morality. These qualities have seen him through many challenges throughout his career, while his continuous learning and updation in construction and law keep him at the forefront of his field and make him someone you can highly trust.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Bachelor of Engineering – Civil Engineering
  • Engineers Australia – Chartered Structural and Facade engineer (CPEng-MIEAust)
  • National Engineering Representative
  • Registered design practitioner in Victoria
  • Registered professional engineer in Queensland

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Residential structural and civil /stormwater design
  • Commercial structural and civil /stormwater design
  • Industrial structural design
  • Cyclonic and Non-Cyclonic Wind Analysis
  • Earthquake Analysis
Kamyar

Kamyar

Senior Stormwater and Sewer Drainage Systems Consultant

Kamyar has a highly accomplished background in civil engineering with a wealth of expertise that extends to all civil and stormwater design areas, using various software programs. He also has extensive knowledge of Australian Codes and local Councils' guidelines.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Master of Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Chartered Member of the Institution of Engineers, Australia (CEPEng – NER)

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Stormwater drainage design
  • Sewer and water reticulations
  • Detention systems
  • Catchment analysis
  • Flood control systems
  • Feature surveys
  • Quality assurance
  • Critical site inspections
Max

Max

Building & Pest Inspector

Max is an experienced and well-organised construction professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work on time who brings diverse experience resulting from working with contractors, developer builders, and client-side for a Government entity as a project manager and engineer, as well as general structures and finishes supervisor. His experience covers commercial and residential projects, including high-end finish low-rise apartments, high-rise mixed-use, and luxury apartments.

Max has a distinguished educational background in civil engineering and construction. His qualifications include diplomas in Project Management, Building and Construction, Structural Engineering and Design, complementing his Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.

Maximising his professional development as a building inspector, Max also obtained certificates in Concrete Practice & Technology, Welding Inspection and Visual Testing (VT), Principles of Excavation, and Geotechnical and Retaining Structures. Equipped with this expertise, he is well on track to perfect the craft of inspecting buildings!

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering
  • Diploma of Project Management
  • Diploma of Building and Construction
  • Diploma of Structural Engineering and Design
  • Certificate in Concrete Practice & Technology
  • Certificate in Welding Inspection and Visual Testing (VT)
  • Certificate in Principles of Excavation
  • Certificate in Geotechnical and Retaining Structures

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Commercial and Residential Building Inspections
  • High-Rise Mixed-Use Inspections
  • Project Management
  • Structural and Finishes Supervision
  • Quality Assurance
Peter M.

Peter M.

Building Inspector

Peter is a man of many talents and years of experience in the construction industry. His construction industry journey started as a qualified carpenter over 30 years ago and soon progressed to becoming a supervisor and construction manager. With his wealth of experience in the housing industry, Peter has undertaken work in many different areas, including cabinet making, renovations, house framing and staircase building. In addition, he has also been a new home and Maintenance Quality Assurance Inspector for major Australian volume builders.

One of Peter's key strengths is knowing all residential building defects inside out. This level of expertise has earned him a reputation for professionalism, punctuality, and an eye for detail.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Qualified Carpenter
  • Over 30 years of construction industry experience

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Residential Building Defect Detection
  • New Home Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Maintenance Quality Assurance
  • House Framing and Structural Carpentry
  • Renovations and Cabinet Making
Peter W.

Peter W.

Building & Pest Inspector

With over three decades of experience in the construction industry, Peter Wilson has been a significant player in constructing more than 300 dwellings. With carpentry being his starting point back in 1989, he quickly moved on to take up roles as supervisor and manager for medium-density developments – where his expertise was further developed during this period.

He also holds qualifications that enable him to perform timber pest inspections and prepare corresponding reports, having completed an impressive thousand such so far.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Qualified Carpenter (since 1989)
  • Qualified Timber Pest Inspector
  • Over 30 years of construction industry experience

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Timber Pest Inspections and Reports
  • Residential Building Inspections
  • Medium-Density Development Supervision
  • Construction Management
Ty

Ty

Building Inspector

Ty is a registered domestic building practitioner with over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. He is a qualified carpenter with a range of construction qualifications, including a diploma in building and construction (building), a bachelor of architecture, an advanced diploma in building surveying, and a waterproofing compliance certificate of attainment.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Registered Domestic Building Practitioner
  • Bachelor of Architecture
  • Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying
  • Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
  • Qualified Carpenter
  • Waterproofing Compliance Certificate of Attainment

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Residential Building Inspections
  • Building Surveying
  • Waterproofing Compliance
  • Construction Quality Assessment
Burak

Burak

Building & Pest Inspector

Burak is a highly driven and results-orientated professional with a passion for building his career in the construction industries and sport management. He has a Registered Building Practitioner qualification, a Diploma in Building and Construction and many years of experience working in the housing industry.

As a Supervisor and Construction Manager, he has gained intimate knowledge of all residential building defects, making him the perfect Quality and Assurance Inspector for your next project.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Registered Building Practitioner
  • Diploma of Building and Construction

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Residential Building Defect Detection
  • Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Construction Supervision and Management
Ibrahim

Ibrahim

Building Inspector

Ibrahim is a highly experienced registered builder who always puts his all into every job. He takes great pride in his work and always aims for high-quality results. Ibrahim has a wealth of knowledge in different building inspections and Quality Inspections, which he attained through his studies at Macquarie University – Bachelor of Science, Cert III carpentry and Certificate IV in Building and construction.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Registered Builder
  • Bachelor of Science – Macquarie University
  • Certificate IV in Building and Construction
  • Certificate III in Carpentry

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Building Inspections
  • Quality Assurance Inspections
  • Residential Construction
Babak

Babak

Qualified Building and Pest Inspector

Babak has always had a passion for construction and engineering. After completing his undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, he began his career in the building industry. He has worked as a builder, site supervisor and project manager on many residential projects.

Babak holds licenses in termite management and completed residential building inspections in Queensland. Babak is a certified PMP (Project Management Professional) from the USA.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
  • Licensed Termite Management Professional
  • Completed Residential Building Inspections in QLD
  • Certified PMP (Project Management Professional) – USA

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Building and Pest Inspections
  • Termite Management and Inspections
  • Residential Project Management
  • Site Supervision
Mehran

Mehran

Senior Building Inspector, Structural Engineer

Mehran Orangi is a seasoned civil and structural engineer with over 22 years of experience in the industry. His career spans across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial fields, resulting in a comprehensive and versatile skill set. His academic background includes a B.S in Civil/Structural Engineering from IUT (1997), a Diploma of Building Surveying from Tasmania TAFE (2014), and an M.E in Construction Management from the University of Calgary & SUT (2005).

Mehran's substantial engineering and inspection experience, paired with his strong academic foundation, has equipped him to deliver top-tier services and build robust relationships with clients and industry professionals. His passion for his work and commitment to maintaining the highest industry standards is reflected in every project he undertakes.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering from IUT
  • Diploma of Building Surveying from Tasmania TAFE
  • Master of Engineering in Construction Management from the University of Calgary & SUT
  • Registered Structural Engineer (EC41610-VBA)
  • Registered Builder Unlimited (DB-U63182)
  • Member of the Institute of Engineers of Australia (IEAust)
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)
  • Member of the Association of Civil/Structural Engineers of Victoria (ACSEV)
  • Member of the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS)
  • Member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants (ASBC)
  • Member of the Building Dispute Practitioners Society (BDPS)
  • Termite Inspection & Reporting
  • Assessment of Welds for Steel Structures Course

Key Areas of Expertise

  • New Construction Inspections for Residential Buildings
  • Building Dispute Inspection and reports – Expert Witness
  • Assessment of Welds for Steel Structures
  • Safety protocols for Industrial and Hazardous Areas
  • Asbestos Assessment associated with Removal
  • Termite and Pest Management
  • Legal Obligations in Construction
  • Estimation of Building Works
  • Management of Occupational Health & Safety
Jamal K.

Jamal K.

Building Inspector & Environmental Engineer

Jamal is a highly experienced and versatile professional associated with Griffith University, where he has contributed to a range of courses including Advanced Water and Wastewater Engineering, Cleaner Production and Eco-efficiency, Engineering Communication & Leadership, Environmental Hydrology and Hydraulics, Environmental Management Systems, Hazardous Waste Management, Renewable Energy Systems, and Water and Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals.

Jamal possesses extensive knowledge and expertise in building and construction, with a particular focus on inspection, defect detection, and remedial works. His profound understanding of building inspections and defect investigations has been honed over his 9-year career as a Building Inspector, where he has consistently demonstrated his ability to identify structural issues and recommend effective solutions. Jamal's skills in termite inspections and his experience in the construction industry further enhance his ability to ensure the safety and integrity of buildings.

Jamal is an invaluable member of the Owner Inspections team, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a dedicated approach to every project.

Qualifications, Affiliations & Memberships

  • Master's degree in Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology (2011 – 2012)
  • Associate's Degree in Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection (2014)
  • Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering (1995 – 1999)
  • Registered building practitioner with QBCC
  • Registered residential building inspector with QBCC

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Project Engineer: 6 years
  • Project Manager: 4 years
  • Site Engineer: 2 years
  • Building Inspector: 9 years
  • Modelling of water and sewerage wastewater networks
  • Designing pressurized irrigation systems
  • Building inspections
  • Building defect investigations
  • Termite inspections

Latest Tools and Technology

We use state-of-the-art equipment to deliver accurate and comprehensive inspections

Cloud-Based Reports

Cloud-Based Reports

Thermal Imaging Camera

Thermal Imaging Camera

Moisture Hygrometer

Moisture Hygrometer

Termatrac T3i Radar

Termatrac T3i Radar

Digital Inclinometer

Digital Inclinometer

DJI Mavic 3 Drone

DJI Mavic 3 Drone

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Sarah Mitchell

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Excellent service from start to finish. The inspector was thorough and professional, and the report was delivered within...

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James Thompson

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Very impressed with the level of detail in the inspection report. The inspector found issues that we would have never no...

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Michelle Kovac

3 weeks ago

Professional and knowledgeable team. They took the time to explain everything and answer all our questions. The thermal ...

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David Lee

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Used Owner Inspections for our pre-purchase inspection. The report was comprehensive and easy to understand. The inspect...

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Emma Wilson

5 days ago

Outstanding service! The building inspector was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to walk us through every findi...

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Robert Chen

2 weeks ago

Fantastic experience from booking to receiving the report. The online system made scheduling easy, and the inspector arr...

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Lisa Anderson

1 month ago

Highly professional team. The pest inspection was thorough and they provided great advice on prevention. The report was ...

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Mark Taylor

3 weeks ago

Best building inspection service in Australia. They found structural issues that other inspectors missed. Saved us thous...