Building Unit Administration Officer

5 days ago

Rangiora, New Zealand Waimakariri District Council Full time

The Council is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Building Administration Officer to join their Building Unit Team based in Rangiora. This full-time role is responsible for providing vital administrative support to the building consenting, inspection and compliance teams.

You will be part of a small dynamic team delivering excellent customer service and working collaboratively with a diverse range of people across different areas, sharing knowledge, actively seeking solutions and finding better ways of working, while contributing to the overall success of a busy and productive team.

**What you'll be doing**
- Issuing building consents in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Managing documentation, including electronic filing, printing, and archiving.
- Coordinating and booking inspections, ensuring timely communication between inspectors and applicants.

**What we're looking for**
- Previous experience in an office administration or similar role, preferably within administration & office support in the building industry.
- Excellent computer skills with an ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records.
- Well-developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a diverse range of customers, contractors and colleagues.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively.
- Flexibility and adaptability to handle a variety of tasks and changing priorities.

**What we offer**

We are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our employees & invest in the well-being of our staff and take seriously the happiness and satisfaction our staff has in their work.

Flexible working options are available, and ongoing training will be encouraged after a settling-in period.

**About Us**

The Waimakariri District Council serves a community of nearly 60,000 that is currently experiencing rapid growth. This brings with it abundant challenges across a diverse range of areas. The Waimakariri District offers a wide range of recreational and lifestyle opportunities and is a very desirable location, being less than 30 minutes' drive from Christchurch. Whatever your choice of living environment, it is readily available and affordable in the Waimakariri. We promise to be professional, approachable and solutions-focused when providing for our community.

If you pride yourself on your organisational skills and are inquisitive and innovative with outstanding interpersonal skills & are looking for a role where you can have a positive, lasting impact on your community, we'd love to hear from you.

A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with someone who demonstrates the right attitude as well as the relevant and proven experience.

Please click here to view a copy of the Position Description for this role.

If you would like to find out more about this role, please contact Debbie Haywood Team Lead - Regulatory Operations & Building Administration on 0800 965 468 (0800 WMK GOV).

The Council is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications close on the 3rd July 2025

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