Code Compliance Assessor

Christchurch City Council; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programmes

Flexible work arrangements

Collaborative environment

Staff benefits

Job summary

Christchurch City Council is seeking a Code Compliance Assessor to join the Building Compliance team in a permanent, full-time role in Christchurch.

You will assess and process applications for Code Compliance Certificates, ensuring building work complies with approved plans, the Building Act 2004, Building Code and related legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience in Building Control/Code Compliance processes.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications and technical reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with evidence-based decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet required timeframes.
• Strong written and verbal communication with a wide range of customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to a high-performing team.
• Good digital skills and proficiency with specialist systems.
• Experience in Building Consent Authority environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess building work and supporting documentation to determine compliance with approved consent documentation and legislative requirements.
• Make consistent, evidence-based decisions regarding the issue of Code Compliance Certificates.
• Identify and manage risk, ensuring potential issues are addressed.
• Work closely with building owners, agents, applicants, inspectors and other stakeholders to resolve issues and progress applications.
• Provide clear, professional and timely advice to customers.
• Manage workload while balancing quality, risk and processing timeframes.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure decisions are documented.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve service delivery.

Skills

Building industry knowledge

Plan interpretation

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Digital literacy

Education

Relevant qualifications/experience in Building Control/Construction management/Quantity surveying/Project management

Job description

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Christchurch City Council – Christchurch, South Island

Want to make a difference to the buildings and communities of Christchurch?

Are you detail-focused, solutions-oriented and confident making decisions? Do you enjoy working in a role where your technical knowledge and judgement make a real difference?

We're looking for a Code Compliance Assessor to join our Building Compliance team in a permanent, full-time position.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of your work, build your technical expertise and contribute to the safe, compliant and sustainable development of Christchurch.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

Our Code Compliance Assessors play an important role in supporting the ongoing growth and development of our city.

You will assess and process applications for Code Compliance Certificates, ensuring building work has been completed in accordance with the approved plans, the Building Act 2004, Building Code and other relevant legislation and requirements.

This is a role that requires sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to assess information, identify risk and make well-reasoned decisions.

You will:

• Assess building work and supporting documentation to determine compliance with approved consent documentation and legislative requirements.
• Make consistent, evidence-based decisions regarding the issue of Code Compliance Certificates.
• Identify and manage risk, ensuring potential issues are appropriately considered and addressed.
• Work closely with building owners, agents, applicants, inspectors and other stakeholders to resolve issues and progress applications.
• Provide clear, professional and timely advice to customers.
• Manage your own workload while balancing quality, risk and processing timeframes.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure decisions are appropriately documented.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve the way we deliver our services.

No two applications are exactly the same, so you'll need to be comfortable working through complex or unfamiliar situations, asking the right questions and finding practical solutions.

We're looking for someone who is confident, curious and enjoys working in a busy environment where quality and consistency matter.

You will have:

• A sound understanding of the building industry and construction processes.
• The ability to interpret plans, specifications, reports and other technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions based on evidence.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within required timeframes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to work with a wide range of customers and stakeholders.
• A positive, collaborative approach and a willingness to contribute to a high-performing team.
• Good digital and technical skills, with the ability to learn and confidently use specialist systems.
• Previous experience working within a Building Consent Authorityenvironment would be an advantage.

Relevant qualifications or experience in areas such as Building Control Surveying, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or the building and construction trades will also be considered favourably.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is committed to doing quality work, takes ownership of their responsibilities and is willing to continue developing their technical knowledge.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits- a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any accessibility support to apply for this role, please reach out to us at****@ccc.govt.nz

• Hours of work - Permanent Fulltime Position
• Position - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
• Location - This position is primarily based at 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch
• Salary-The salary band for this position goes from $67,735 - $75,510 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
• Closing Date - 8th September 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.