Description
About the Company
At Central Otago District Council, we are dedicated to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment, guided by our whakatauki: "Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou." This principle emphasizes our commitment to community well-being and teamwork as we work together on our shared journey.
About the Role
We invite you to join our dynamic team as a Team Leader in Building Control. This role is essential in delivering an effective and efficient building control service for Central Otago. You will have the flexibility to be based in either Cromwell or Alexandra, allowing for a convenient work-life balance.
In this position, you will assist the Planning and Regulatory Services Manager in providing leadership and mentorship to the Building Control team. You will work closely with Building Control Officers to ensure a customer-focused service that facilitates proper building practices through a fast and cost-effective process.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A professional qualification in the building industry that meets Regulation 18 under the Building Consenting Authority Regulations.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the building control field, with competencies in Residential 1-3 and Commercial 1-2 processing and inspections.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and dispute resolution skills.
- Strong knowledge of the Building Act 2004, NZ Building Code, and relevant legislation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
- Practical experience with computer systems.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and customer service.
- A valid New Zealand driver’s licence.
Benefits
We offer a modern and tech-savvy working environment with flexible work practices. Our benefits include:
- Five equivalent weeks of annual leave.
- Exciting opportunities for training and career development.
- Access to te ao Māori and tikanga competency courses available to all staff.
- The option to join an active social club.
If you believe you would be a great fit for our team, we would love to hear from you.
To find a copy of the job description and to apply, please visit our Council’s website.
Please note that applications close on 4 August 2025.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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