Building Review Officer

Taituarā; Waikato; Remote; NZD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Flexible working options

Annual performance and remuneration/RE

Subsidised health insurance

Birthday leave

Wellbeing programme

Health checks and education at Work Sa

Boost discounts

Job summary

Taituarā in Waikato is seeking a Building Review Officer to assess building consent applications and ensure compliance with the Building Act and Code. You will provide expert guidance to applicants, architects, designers, builders, engineers, and property owners while supporting accreditation standards.

You will work in a collaborative team, manage workload to meet service targets, maintain accurate records, and contribute to continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in building control or regulatory environment.
• Competency RES 1 - COM 1 under N.B.C.A. framework.
• Sound knowledge of Building Act, Building Code and related laws.
• Strong detail orientation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and process building consent applications, amendments and docs.
• Review plans for compliance with Building Act, Code and regs.
• Provide guidance to applicants, architects, designers, builders, engineers and owners.
• Liaise with internal teams to deliver integrated services.
• Support Building Consent Authority accreditation standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and best practices.
• Build positive relationships and deliver practical outcomes.
• Maintain records and manage workloads to meet targets.

Skills

Regulatory/building experience

Analytical/problem solving

Interpretation of technical info

Customer service & communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

NZ Diploma in Building Control Surveying (Level 6)

Job description

Are you passionate about building quality communities and helping customers navigate the building consent process?

The Opportunity

We're looking for a skilled and customer-focused Building Review Officer to join our Building Services team. In this role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring building work across the Waikato district meets legislative requirements and contributes to safe, sustainable, and thriving communities.

What will I do?

Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll assess building consent applications, provide expert guidance to customers and industry professionals, and support our commitment to delivering timely, high-quality regulatory services.

• Assess and process consent applications, amendments, and supporting documentation.


• Review plans and specifications for compliance with the Building Act, Building Code, and relevant legislation.


• Provide professional advice and guidance to applicants, architects, designers, builders, engineers, and property owners.


• Liaise with internal teams to support effective and integrated service delivery.


• Contribute to maintaining Building Consent Authority accreditation standards.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practice processes.


• Build positive relationships with customers while delivering practical, solution-focused outcomes.


• Maintain accurate records and manage workloads to meet service delivery targets.

What will I bring?

• Experience within the building, construction, design, engineering, or regulatory environment.


• RES 1 - COM 1 competency under the National BCA Competency Assessment System.


• NZ Diploma in Building Control Surveying (Level 6) or equivalent diploma that meets the requirements of the Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authority) Regulations 2006.


• Sound knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code, and associated legislation.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.


• The ability to interpret technical information and make sound decisions.


• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.


• A collaborative approach and commitment to achieving positive outcomes.

Why join our team?

There's never been a more exciting time to join us.

We're progressing through a significant organisational transformation that is creating new opportunities, strengthening how we work, and positioning us for the future. As part of this journey, you'll be encouraged to bring new perspectives, challenge thinking, and help shape a workplace culture built on collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.

You'll enjoy meaningful work, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to projects that have a lasting impact on our district.

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.