Building Inspector

Join our team; Ngaruawahia; Remote; NZD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Flexible working options

Annual performance reviews

Subsidised health insurance

Birthday leave

Work-life balance day every six months

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing programme

Free health checks

Job summary

Waikato District Council is seeking an experienced Building Inspector to inspect residential and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with the Building Act and Building Code. The role involves providing technical guidance and building strong stakeholder relationships to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

You will balance regulatory requirements with practical construction knowledge, working both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building inspection, surveying, compliance, or related field.
• Strong understanding of NZ construction practices, Building Act 2004, Building Code, and local regulations.
• Ability to interpret plans and technical documents with sound judgement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work with customers and stakeholders.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential and commercial building inspections across all construction stages.
• Assess work against approved plans, consents, and legislation.
• Ensure compliance with NZ Building Code and Building Act.
• Identify non-compliant work and issue corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain records.
• Provide technical guidance to builders, contractors, and customers.
• Review documentation to support consent and compliance processes.
• Contribute to positive customer experiences through professional engagement.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and competency assessments.

Skills

Building inspection

Building surveying

Compliance

Construction

Driver licence

Education

NCAS competency

Job description

Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves the Waikato District which covers more than 400,000 hectares (418.893ha). It borders Hamilton City from the north, east and west. There are 2,422 kilometres of roads which you can travel throughout the district.

Our Head Office is based in Ngaaruawaahia, just 10 minutes North of Hamilton, so with no traffic or parking issues, your journey to and from work is stress free.

About this role:

Help shape safeandcompliant communities.

We'reseeking an experienced Building Inspector to join our high-performing team and play a key role in ensuring residential and commercial building projects meet New Zealand's regulatory and safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong construction background who enjoys working in the field, building relationships, and helping deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality building outcomes. Whetheryou'recurrently working in a Council, Building Consent Authority (BCA), consultancy, or the wider construction sector,we'dlove to hear from you.

As a Building Inspector,you'llundertake building inspections, assess compliance with the Building Act, Building Code, approved plans, and consent requirements, andprovidetechnical guidance to builders, developers, consultants, and property owners.You'llbalance regulatory requirements with practical construction knowledge while contributing to safe and sustainable communities.

A company vehicle is provided.

You will be someone who:

• Builds positive relationships with stakeholders
• Communicates technical information clearly and confidently
• Applies sound judgement and effective decision-making
• Balances regulatory compliance with practical construction knowledge
• Takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality building outcomes
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a collaborative team

What will I do?

• Conduct residential and commercial building inspections across all stages of construction
• Assess building work against approved plans, building consents, and relevant legislation
• Ensure compliance with the New Zealand Building Code and Building Act
• Identify non-compliant building work and issue appropriate corrective actions
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain accurate records
• Provide technical guidance and advice to builders, contractors, and customers
• Review documentation and support the consent and compliance process
• Contribute to positive customer experiences through professional and solution-focused engagement
• Participate in ongoing professional development and competency assessments

What will I bring?

• Proven experience in building inspection, building surveying, compliance, construction, or a related field
• Strong understanding of New Zealand construction practices, building legislation, the Building Act 2004, Building Code, and the broader local government regulatory environment
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documentation, applying sound judgement, attention to detail, and effective decision-making
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Confident using industry technology, inspection systems, and report-writing tools
• Experience as a Building Control Officer or Building Inspector within a Council or BCA environment is desirable
• NCAS competency in Residential and Commercial inspections (Levels 1-3), or a willingness to develop and obtain these competencies
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence

Why join our team?

We are at an exciting stage of our journey and are continuing to progress through a significant organisational transformation that is helping shape our future.

As our organisation evolves,you'llhave the opportunity to influence how we work, contribute fresh ideas, and help build a collaborative and inclusive workplace where people can thrive.

We are committed to investing in our people and providing ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities to support your professional aspirations.

If you're looking to be part of a team that embraces change, values innovation, and empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Additional Information:

Salary circa $95K dependent on skills and experience.

Waikato District Council offers a range of benefits to employees:

• Enjoy free parking.
• Make work, work for you with flexible working options.
• Benefit from annual performance and remuneration reviews.
• Access subsidised health insurance.
• Celebrate with a day of birthday leave.
• Receive a work-life balance day every six months after your first year.
• Access confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Take advantage of our employee wellbeing programme.
• Receive free health checks, training and education at our annual Work Safe Home Safe event.
• Save with Boost discounts and special offers from New Zealand retailers and service providers.

Please note we will be screening applications as they come through.

We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment medical assessment which includes alcohol and drug testing.

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