Team Leader - Building Consent Inspections

Team Leader - Building Consent Inspections

Permanent Full-Time

Our friendly Compliance, Inspection and Enforcement team are seeking a Team Leader - Building Consent Inspections to ensure the effective, efficient, and compliant delivery of building inspection services in line with Council's responsibilities as a Building Control Authority.

You'll oversee inspections to uphold the Building Act

• , provide operational oversight, expert guidance, and foster a collaborative, high-performing, and customer-focused culture.

The hours of work for this position are 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm Monday - Friday.

Responsibilities

Managing building inspections to ensure compliance with the Building Act, Building Code, and relevant standards while overseeing and coordinating the issuance of Code Compliance Certificates (CCC).

Establishing robust processes for the effective execution of building control authority (BCA) functions and regularly review inspection processes to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Ensuring that accreditation of the BCA inspection function is maintained, and service standards are continuously reviewed and enhanced enabling the ongoing accreditation of the service.

Leading, coaching and motivating team members while encouraging a workplace culture of shared ideas, problem solving and mutual support.

What you will bring

Relevant tertiary qualification in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Four to five years demonstrated experience in building inspections, building control, or related regulatory environments.

Current or eligibility for Regulation 18 accreditation under the Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations

Comprehensive understanding of the Building Act

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical requirements in plain language.

Current Full NZ Driver's License.

What we offer

Flexible working environment

Career progression and training / development opportunities

Positive focus on employee health and well-being :

Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc

Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes

Access to sick leave from day one of employment

Appointment time leave :

Up to 2 hours for important appointments e.g. Doctor, bank, dentist

About Waihopai Invercargill

Waihopai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland.

We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro.

Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere.

There's outstanding nature reserves, Oreti Beach and the Waihopai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat!

The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work.

Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

To learn more, view the full position description or contact Invercargill City Council at

Please note : applications submitted via SEEK will not be received.

Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council.

Applications close 23 October

Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

While all applications will be considered, preference will be given to candidates currently residing in New Zealand

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