On-Site Building Surveyor & Inspector – Auckland

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

KiwiSaver contribution

Job summary

Auckland Council's Building Consents department has a permanent full-time Building Surveyor (Inspections) to join the Field Surveying team. This role is primarily field-based, with five days per week spent on-site and occasional attendance at a Council Hub as required.

As a field-based role, regular travel across the Auckland region is required to undertake inspections and engage with customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Five years' cumulative experience in a building, construction, design, or regulatory environment.
• Sound knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code, and building consent processes.
• Experience interpreting technical building plans, specifications, and construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building inspections to assess compliance with the Building Code and legislation.
• Provide accurate technical advice to builders, homeowners, developers, architects, and stakeholders.
• Make inspection outcome decisions and maintain inspection records in line with policies and procedures.
• Undertake remote inspections where required and apply technical judgement to outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and deliver a high-quality inspection service.

Skills

Five years' experience

Building Act/Code knowledge

Interpreting building plans

Education

National Diploma in Building Control Surveying

Regulation 18 accreditation eligible

Willingness to work towards Regulation 18

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Auckland Council's Building Consents department has a permanent full-time Building Surveyor (Inspections) to join the Field Surveying team. This role is primarily field-based, with five days per week spent on-site and occasional attendance at a Council Hub as required.

As a field-based role, regular travel across the Auckland region is required to undertake inspections and engage with customers and stakeholders.