Municipal Services Inspector

City of Nanaimo; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week

CUPE bargaining unit

Criminal record check may be required

Job summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Municipal Services Inspector to inspect, monitor, and approve civil construction within its rights‑of‑way. You will work under the Project Manager in a CUPE unit, with a 40-hour work week and a wage schedule that starts around $44.03 per hour and rises to $46.35 after 60 days.

Requirements include a diploma in engineering, surveying, or construction, with 4+ years of related experience and ASTTBC membership or eligibility, plus a valid BC

Qualifications

• Diploma in engineering, surveying, or construction from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in survey, construction, design, and inspection of civil works.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, monitor, administer, and approve the construction of engineering projects, subdivisions, and building developments.
• Inspect private utility installations and other civil construction works within City of Nanaimo roads and rights-of-ways.
• Coordinate with project managers and other departments as required.

Skills

Survey

Construction inspection

Education

Diploma in engineering, surveying, or construction

ASTTBC membership or eligibility

Job description

DiscoverNanaimo

One of the oldest cities on Canada’s west coast, the City of Nanaimo is a growing, livable urban centre that still maintains its historic charm. Situated between the mountains and the ocean on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a short ferry trip away from Metro Vancouver, and a 90 minute drive from Victoria. Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary community that is home to Vancouver Island University and is rich in parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities.

Municipal Services Inspector

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Municipal Services Inspector. Under the general direction of the Project Manager, the Municipal Services Inspector inspects, monitors, administers, and approves the construction of Engineering projects, subdivision and building developments, private utility installations, and other civil construction works within City of Nanaimo roads and rights-of-ways.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a diploma in a specialty such as engineering, surveying, or construction from a recognized educational institution along with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in survey, construction, design, and inspection of civil works, with an emphasis on construction and inspection. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants must have membership or eligibility of membership with Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC).
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence is required.

Additional Information

• This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 40-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement.
• The hourly wage is $44.03, increasing to $46.35 after 60 working days (Jan 2026 Rates).
• Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• City of Nanaimo
• 2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
• Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Posting Date

Thursday, September 24, 2026

Application Deadline

Thursday, October 15, 2026 4:30 p.m.

For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.

The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.