Building Surveyor Inspector | Albany

Auckland Council; North Shore; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Extra week of leave

KiwiSaver contribution

Job summary

Auckland Council's Albany-based Field Surveying team is seeking an experienced Building Inspector to own your portfolio and deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for our communities across the region. You will inspect building work for compliance with building consents and codes, travel to inspection sites across the region, and provide clear guidance to builders, homeowners, architects and developers.

A full NZ Driver’s Licence is required, and you’ll join a collaborative, customer-focused team

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of cumulative experience in a building-related environment.
• Sound understanding of the Building Act, Building Code, and structural integrity aspects of construction standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full, clean NZ Driver’s Licence is required to travel to different inspection sites.
• Willingness to work towards achieving necessary qualifications (IANZ accepted) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspect building work to ensure compliance with building consents, building codes, and BCA policies, and make technical decisions on inspection outcomes.
• Help clients understand the Building Code and Council processes by providing accurate, timely advice.
• Apply sound reasons for decisions and maintain robust records of inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Technical knowledge

Problem solving

Education

National Diploma in Building Control Surveying

Job description

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• Exciting opportunity to become part of our Albany Building Inspection team
• Flexible working available plus the option to purchase an extra week of leave
• KiwiSaver contribution additional to base salary offered

Our Albany based Field Surveying team is looking for an experienced building industry professional to join their team as a Building Inspector. In this role, you’ll take ownership of your own portfolio, build strong relationships across the region, and play an important part in delivering safe, high quality outcomes for our communities.

You will be responsible for conducting building inspections across your coverage area,to ensure compliance with all relevant legislative and safety requirements. You will have the opportunity to travel around the region, receive comprehensive training and support, and the autonomy to make necessary decisions so that our customers can experience a seamless process with us. You will be working with clients from various sectors of the development community, such as builders, homeowners, architects and developers, providing them with the proper guidance and advice on compliant building practices.

Day-to-day you could expect to work on:

• Inspect building work to ensure compliance with building consents, building codes,building consent authority’s ‘BCA’ policies,and other legislative requirements, and make appropriate technical decisions on inspection outcomes
• Help increase customer understanding of the building code and Council processes by providing accurate and timely advice in a customer centric manner
• Apply sound reasons for decisions and maintain accurate, robust records of inspections

This role requires experience in similar building related roles, with a sound understanding of building design, construction, structural integrity, the Building Code, and the Building Act. We are looking for someone who has a deep knowledge of building compliance and is motivated by helping others understand and meet these requirements. You will need to apply strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and a customer-focused approach to everything you do. We will be looking for specific experience with:

• Relevant qualification(s) such as the National Diploma in Building Control Surveying, an equivalent professional qualification (IANZ accepted) or be willing to work towards achieving the necessary qualifications.
• Relevant experience working with building codes, regulations, or in a comparable inspection role would be an advantage
• At least 5 years of cumulative experience in a building-related environment
• A comprehensive understanding of the Building Act, Building Code, and technical & structural integrity aspects of construction standards and/or building design
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a proven ability to interact with a range of stakeholders
• Strong customer service focus with a solution oriented approach, while upholding high ethical standards during inspections and enforcement activities
• The ability to manage competing demands and resolve conflicts effectively
• A full, clean NZ Driver’s License is required to travel to different inspection sites

If you are ready to make a difference and work in a collaborative, supportive environment,

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

The remuneration range for this role is $95,000 – $ 100,000 per annum (Based on skills & experience)

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered

* Please note this role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.