Field Building Surveyor – Inspections (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking a permanent full-time Building Surveyor (Inspections) based in Manukau. The role follows a hybrid model with at least three days in the office and up to two days working from home, and involves travel across the Auckland region to carry out inspections and engage with customers and stakeholders.

You will conduct inspections to ensure compliance with the Building Act, Building Code, and consent processes, providing trusted technical advice to builders, homeowners,

Qualifications

• Five years' cumulative experience in a building, construction, design, or regulatory environment.
• A solid knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code, and building consent processes.
• Ability to interpret technical building plans, specifications, and construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building inspections to assess compliance with consents, the Building Code, and legislation.
• Provide accurate technical advice to builders, homeowners, developers, architects, and stakeholders.
• Make inspection outcome decisions and maintain robust records per Council policies.
• Undertake remote inspections when required and apply technical judgement to outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement and deliver a high‑quality inspection service.

Skills

Building inspections

Regulatory compliance

Client communication

Technical judgement

Education

National Diploma in Building Control Surveying (IANZ Regulation 18)

Full NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Auckland Council is seeking a permanent full-time Building Surveyor (Inspections) based in Manukau. The role follows a hybrid model with at least three days in the office and up to two days working from home, and involves travel across the Auckland region to carry out inspections and engage with customers and stakeholders.

You will conduct inspections to ensure compliance with the Building Act, Building Code, and consent processes, providing trusted technical advice to builders, homeowners,