Residential Building Inspector

4 days ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

When asking our people what they value as a Building Inspector for the Christchurch City Council they will tell you:

- "What I learn here I can take anywhere"_
- "I get to help educate the industry to better support our profession"_
- "The opportunity for growth and professional development here is amazing and the Council supports me 100% to do this"_
- "I work with some of the best industry experts in NZ"_

If you want to be able to say those things about your job, then it's time to look at joining our Residential Inspections team.

**About the role**:
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 from 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 Res 1. We have roles for all levels of Building Inspectors.
- Ability to make appropriate decisions with regard to the building code performance clauses, using sound judgement, comprehensive research & clear reporting techniques

**What you'll get in return**:
Enjoy flexible working, opportunity to progress and develop on the job. Be a part of the continuous change and development in Christchurch. 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
- 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.

If you are seeking purpose and impact in your career, look no further than Christchurch City Council.

**Additional information**:

- Hours of work_ - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
- Location_ - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street_
Salary
- Level 1: $57,878 - $77,978 per annum_
- Level 2: $62,960 - $87,182 per annum_
- Level 3: $$66,510 - $103,556 per annum_

**_ 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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