Senior Commercial Building Inspector

6 months ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

When you join the Christchurch City Council you'll be getting involved first hand and working to shape the future of this city, our communities and environment. As well as working with awesome people within the organisation, you'll find many opportunities to develop and progress your career with us.

**About the role**:
We are seeking Building Inspectors across multiple levels, as long as you have some exposure to commercial inspecting, we will be able to get you to where you want to go.

It's not just carrying out inspections, you will also be delivering professional advice and educating the industry on how and why we adhere to the Building Act. You will be responsible for:

- Complete timely, accurate and concise site reports and records of site inspections in a professional and consistent manner
- Verify that the construction project reflects the approved consent documents and details approval
- Providing advice and/or resolving building issues from a building inspection perspective, liaising with other sections of Council as appropriate.
- Resolving customer enquires and complaints
- Ensuring your knowledge of the Building Act, Regulations, and Code is up to date.

**What is required to be considered for this position?**
- At least 2 years of experience as a Building Inspector in a BCA
- At least 3 years' experience in the building industry, preferably in a wide variety of New Zealand building projects. This could be experience in design, draughting, plumbing, drainage, construction, construction supervision or any combination of above.
- Under National BCA Competency Assessment as being at least Com 1. We have roles for all levels of Building Inspectors.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to adjust and communicate effectively with diverse customer groups along with excellent interpersonal skills.

**What you'll get in return**:
If you are an experienced Building Official with a sound understanding of construction projects, building legislation and looking to further your professional scope in a role that offers you variety, flexibility and growth this is the role for you.

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?

**Additional information**:

- Hours of work_ - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
- Location_ - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch Civic Council Offices - 53 Hereford Street_

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._



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