DJM’s inspector and surveyor training program is widely acknowledged as one of the best in the industry.  What is not as well-known is our long-standing commitment to supporting and promoting Women in Building Surveying. 

DJM’s journey in this space began back in 2010 when we were lucky enough to appoint our first female Building Inspector, Ania Rozpara.  Ania worked with DJM for just over four years before heading back to a council role to enable her to gain additional experience so that she could achieve her goal of Building Inspector – Unlimited.  Ania then re-joined DJM for a further four years as a Building Inspector and assisted in the implementation of DJM’s inspection training program.  

The next success story came when Bre Cross joined DJM in 2012 as an administrative officer. After eighteen months in the role, Bre decided that she wanted to undertake studies to become a Building Inspector & Surveyor.  After receiving her inspector’s registration in 2018, Bre spent four years as an Inspector and Inspection Services Manager and has just recently moved back into the office as Technical Services Manager. Bre has recently been appointed as a Director with DJM, further enhancing this success story. 

Courtney Cross (yes, Bre and Courtney are related) joined DJM in 2016.  Courtney followed Bre’s path; starting in administration, completing her studies and joined the Tech Team.  Courtney has just recently obtained registration as a Building Surveyor; we are proud of the part we played in assisting Courtney in obtaining registration on her first attempt. Not one to settle or slow down, Courtney has moved to a council role to widen her experience in the industry. 

The latest addition to our team is Nataljia Petrovic.  Nat will complete her studies this year.  With her work ethic and passion for the role we are certain that Nat will successfully follow in Ania, Bre and Courtney’s footsteps and obtain registration in the very near future. 

We’re extremely proud to have helped and continue to help pave the way for women in the industry in the future. Although Ania and Courtney are no longer here, we’re thankful for the contribution they both made to the fabric of DJM, and we’re excited that they’re a driving force for women across the industry.