Building Surveyor

1 day ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

Our Field Surveying team in Manukau is seeking an experienced building industry professional to manage the Auckland South East portfolio as a Building Surveyor Inspector. With over 600 staff members in Building Consents working across the Auckland region, we can confidently say that there are always excellent career opportunities available within our team.

You will be responsible for conducting building inspections across your coverage area, to ensure compliance with all relevant legislative and safety requirements. You will have the opportunity to travel around the region, receive comprehensive training and support, and the autonomy to make necessary decisions so that our customers can experience a seamless process with us. You will be working with clients from various sectors of the development community, such as builders, homeowners, architects and developers, providing them with the proper guidance and advice on compliant building practices.

**Day-to-day you could expect to work on**:

- Inspect building work to ensure compliance with building consents, building codes, building consent authority’s
- ‘BCA’ policies, and other legislative requirements, and make appropriate technical decisions on inspection outcomes
- Help increase customer understanding of the building code and Council processes by providing accurate and timely advice in a customer centric manner

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

As an experienced building industry professional, this is your opportunity to progress your career with the Building Consents department where you will promote a safe, healthy, and sustainable built environment across the Auckland region.

**We will be looking for specific experience with**:

- An NZ Trade Certificate or equivalent related building industry qualification (or related discipline)
- Proven experience in building, surveying, or inspection is desirable
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability in conflict resolution and acute decision-making
- A professional approach and a positive customer-focused aptitude
- A full and clean driving license

You can find the Position Description here.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits
- A full and valid New Zealand driver’s licence is required._
- Please note this role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test_

**Application close date Tuesday 28th of October 2025

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