Building Official - Christchurch

Solutions Team Limited

Christchurch
Permanent
27 March 2026
27 April 2026
Simon Louttit

About Us

At Solutions Team, we’re trusted experts in building consent processing and inspections for councils nationwide. Our qualified Building Consent and Inspection Officers work closely with councils, contractors, and homeowners to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient building outcomes. With decades of experience and strong industry networks, we provide cost-effective consent, inspection, training, and professional services across New Zealand.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and technically competent Building Control Officer to join our team. If you have a current competency and are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Ideally, you will be dual competent in both processing and inspections, with experience across Residential 1–3 and/or Commercial 1–3. However, we are particularly keen to hear from candidates who are processing competent and looking to broaden their scope. You will be part of a collaborative team at our Christchurch branch supporting local BCAs, but also nationally where required. Reporting to the Inspections/Processing Managers you will play a key role in assessing and processing building consent applications, providing technical advice, and ensuring compliance with legislation, codes, and best practice standards.

What You’ll Do

  • Assess, inspect and process building consent applications in line with legislation, the Building Code, and customer procedures.
  • Provide clear and professional technical advice to homeowners, builders, and stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, correspondence, and reporting.
  • Contribute to training, supervision, and team development to build technical capability.
  • Ensure competency standards are maintained through regular assessments and CPD.
  • Support continuous improvement in service delivery, systems, and processes.

What You’ll Bring

  • A Regulation 18-compliant qualification (as per MBIE guidance).
  • A full New Zealand driver’s licence.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ current or recent experience in the building/construction industry across a range of residential projects.
  • Strong knowledge of the NZ Building Act, Building Code, and approved documents.
  • Intermediate computer skills (MS Word, Excel, and workflow systems).
  • Proven ability to provide excellent customer service and resolve conflicts constructively.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to share knowledge and support others.
  • Experience working with a Building Consent Authority (BCA) or similar organisation (desirable).

Why Join Us

Be part of a team that plays a critical role in ensuring safe, compliant buildings for our communities. At Solutions Team, you’ll enjoy a supportive, professional environment with access to training, CPD, and ongoing development opportunities.

To apply, please email our team a copy of your CV and cover letter to: careers@solutionsteam.co.nz

N.B. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the role may be filled once the right candidate is found.

Applications for this position must have New Zealand Residency or a valid New Zealand Work Visa.

 

Note: Applicant must have a legal right to work in NZ


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