At Whangārei District Council, we're dedicated to creating a vibrant and thriving community where people love to live and work. Whether it's our stunning nature walks, breathtaking beaches, or bustling cafes and markets, there's something here for everyone. We love it here, and we know you will too!

Why Join Us?

We believe in supporting our people to succeed and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, continuous learning and professional development, plus comprehensive Life and Health Insurance—all within our brand-new, purpose-built Civic Centre.

About the Role

We're seeking a Senior Building Control Officer to join our Processing team and elevate our technical expertise. With extensive experience in processing building consent applications, you'll be the technical guru of our team, reviewing plans, specifications, and other construction documentation to ensure high standards and compliance with the New Zealand Building Code. Your role is crucial in maintaining our status as an accredited Building Consent Authority.

You'll lead by example, tackling the more challenging aspects of residential and commercial building control, and confidently navigating complex conversations with a collaborative approach. If you have a passion for building control within a local authority and enjoy mentoring others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What You'll Bring:

• A degree in a construction-related field or equivalent experience,
• Diploma in Building Control Surveying or equivalent,
• Extensive experience as a Building Officer or similar role,
• Expert knowledge of building controls and legislation, including the Building Act 2004 and the NZ Building Code,
• Ability to interpret building plans and specifications,
• Skills in identifying and managing risk areas,
• Capability to mentor and develop the technical skills of others,
• Proficiency in using technology,
• High levels of motivation and autonomy,
• Excellent customer liaison skills,
• A desire to be part of a dynamic, hardworking, and fun team.

What We Offer:

Join us for a professional and progressive environment with continuous learning and development opportunities. We offer flexible working options, Health Insurance, Life Insurance (2x your base salary), professional membership payments, an active Social Club, and much more.

Why Whangārei?

Whangārei is Northland's only city and largest commercial centre, nestled between forest-clad hills and the stunning Whangārei Harbour. With no part of the district more than 40 kilometres from our spectacular coastline, commuting to our CBD location is a breeze. Enjoy an outstanding natural environment and ever-developing facilities that make you 'Love it Here!'

We welcome your application and encourage you to apply now! Please reach out to Amanda Starkie at Amanda.Starkie@wdc.govt.nz for a confidential discussion.

Please note that our offices are closed from 24^th December 2024 through to 6^th January 2025 and we will be unable to respond to queries about this vacancy during that time.