Field Building Surveyor – Inspections & Compliance

Auckland Council Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 91,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Kiwisaver contributions

Employee benefits

Job summary

Auckland Council's Building Consents department has a permanent full‑time Building Surveyor (Inspections) role based in Henderson. The position is predominantly field‑based with travel across the Auckland region.

You will conduct inspections to ensure compliance with Building Code and legislation, provide technical guidance to builders and homeowners, and maintain inspection records. The role offers flexible working options where possible and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent required for the Building Surveyor role.
• Extensive knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code and consent processes.
• Experience interpreting technical building plans and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections to assess compliance with approved building consents, the Building Code and legislation.
• Provide accurate technical advice to builders, homeowners, developers, architects and stakeholders.
• Make inspection decision outcomes and maintain robust records per Council policies.
• Undertake remote inspections where required and apply sound technical judgement.
• Support continuous improvement and uphold a high-quality inspection service.

Skills

Building Act knowledge

Building Code knowledge

Interpreting plans

Stakeholder communication

Driver licence (NZ)

Education

National Diploma in Building Control Surveying

Regulation 18 accreditation (IANZ) or willingness to work towards

Job description

Auckland Council's Building Consents department has a permanent full‑time Building Surveyor (Inspections) role based in Henderson. The position is predominantly field‑based with travel across the Auckland region.

You will conduct inspections to ensure compliance with Building Code and legislation, provide technical guidance to builders and homeowners, and maintain inspection records. The role offers flexible working options where possible and opportunities for career development.