Team Leader – Building Processing

Thames-Coromandel District Council; Thames; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Thames, New Zealand is seeking an experienced Team Leader - Processing to lead a high-performing team. This role requires strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of the NZ building consent regulatory framework. The successful candidate will ensure effective application processing and provide excellent customer service, all while enjoying the benefits of living in a beautiful area without traffic hassles.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Generous benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the NZ building consent regulatory framework.
• Competency under the National BCA Competency Assessment system.
• Experience in local government environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring a skilled team of processing officers.
• Ensuring accurate and efficient processing of building consent applications.
• Providing clear, customer-friendly advice to the public and stakeholders.
• Driving team performance to meet operational targets.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of NZ building consent regulations

Coaching ability

Education

Regulation 18 qualification

Job description

Overview

Lead, Inspire, Achieve - Become our next Team Leader - Processing in our Building Unit

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a motivated, high-performing team? We're looking for a passionate Team Leader Processing with the technical know-how and leadership skills to guide, coach, and inspire our Building Consent Processing team.

In this Thames based role, you'll be joining a recognised high-performing Building Consent Authority. This is your chance to shape a collaborative, customer-focused, and technically excellent environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a skilled team of processing officers.
• Ensuring building consent applications are assessed and processed accurately and efficiently.
• Providing clear, customer-friendly advice to the public, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Driving your team to meet and exceed operational targets while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of the NZ building consent regulatory framework, local government environment, and relevant legislation.
• Competency under the National BCA Competency Assessment system - ideally across a wide range of building categories.
• A recognised Regulation 18 qualification.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for coaching and growing people.

Why choose TCDC?

Only 90 minutes from Auckland, Tauranga, and Hamilton, the Coromandel offers the best of both worlds - close to the city, yet surrounded by stunning beaches, vibrant markets, sports clubs, concerts, and festivals.

We do offer flexible working, but as Team Leader you'll be expected to be present in the office to support and lead your team (final arrangements agreed with the successful candidate).

• Relocation assistance
• A generous benefits package
• The chance to live and work in one of NZ's most beautiful regions
• No traffic queues or parking worries

At TCDC we promote inclusivity, innovation, and high performance.

Now's the time to change your scene. Lead with purpose. Apply today.

The right to work in New Zealand and a current, full drivers' licence is mandatory.

Closing date for applications is 5 October 2025