Building Inspector Trainee — Paid Training & Mentoring

Waipa District Council; Cambridge; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and mentoring

Work vehicle for site use

Job summary

Waipā District Council in New Zealand is seeking a motivated individual to join our Building Compliance team as a Building Inspector - Trainee. If you’re passionate about construction, enjoy problem-solving and want a career where you can learn while you work, we’d love to hear from you.

From day one you’ll shadow Inspectors on site and handle essential documentation, progress toward Building Inspector competency, and gain hands-on experience inspecting residential work for compliance with the

Qualifications

• Have a practical interest or background in construction, building, trades, or property.
• Are eager to learn and develop a long-term career.
• Have strong communication skills and a solution-focused approach to customer service.
• Are organised, detail-focused and comfortable using technology.
• Hold a full New Zealand driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to inspect residential building work for compliance with the Building Code and Building Act.
• Shadow experienced Building Inspectors on site and receive comprehensive on-job training.
• Manage the inspections calendar and waiting lists to keep projects moving smoothly.
• Learn to assess vital documentation and independently issue Code Compliance Certificates (CCC), Certificates of Acceptance (COA), Compliance Schedules (CS), and Building Warrants of Fitness (BWOFs).
• Build relationships with homeowners, builders, architects and developers.

Education

Regulation 18 qualification (Level 6 Building Surveying Diploma)

Job description

Waipā District Council in New Zealand is seeking a motivated individual to join our Building Compliance team as a Building Inspector - Trainee. If you’re passionate about construction, enjoy problem-solving and want a career where you can learn while you work, we’d love to hear from you.

From day one you’ll shadow Inspectors on site and handle essential documentation, progress toward Building Inspector competency, and gain hands-on experience inspecting residential work for compliance with the