Team Lead: Building Consent Inspections & Compliance

Decipher Group; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Invercargill is seeking a Team Leader – Building Consent Inspections to lead a team ensuring compliance while redefining risk management in building control. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of relevant legislation, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to client-centric service. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a chance to shape the future of building control services in the region.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Supportive organizational culture

Qualifications

• Experienced building consent inspections professional thriving in leadership.
• Confidence in making sound, risk-based decisions.
• Balanced approach combining regulatory integrity with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a skilled team of Building Consent Inspectors.
• Oversee building inspections and issuing of Code Compliance Certificates.
• Promote client-centric service delivery while maintaining regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and support innovation in inspection processes.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Act 2004 and Council policies.
• Identify opportunities for systems efficiency and staff capability growth.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the Building Code

Experience leading people

Customer service commitment

Risk-based decision-making

Regulation 18 accreditation

Job description

A local government authority in Invercargill is seeking a Team Leader – Building Consent Inspections to lead a team ensuring compliance while redefining risk management in building control. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of relevant legislation, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to client-centric service. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a chance to shape the future of building control services in the region.