Senior Building Control Officer - Twizel

Public Sector Organisation - Central / Local Govt

Are you ready for a new challenge?  Imagine being able to work as a Senior Building Control Officer in New Zealand's most amazing backyard…

The Mackenzie region is experiencing significant growth with lots of challenging and innovative construction projects so there is lots of opportunity to build your skills.

Act as Technical Leader and Senior Building Control Officer you will be responsible for providing high quality, responsive building code inspections and ensure that buildings and structures in the District consistently meet the requirements of the Building Act and relevant codes, rules and standards and that Mackenzie District Council retains its accreditation and operation as a Building Consent Authority.

To be successful in the role you will need to have:

• Diploma in Building Control Surveying (or currently studying towards), or other appropriately recognised Regulation 18 qualification; or R1-R3 and C1-C2 processing/inspections competencies
• Knowledge of the Building Act, Building Regulations, Building Code and inspection/consent processes
• Ability to read and interpret design plans and specifications
• Familiarity with general computer systems
• Written and oral skills commensurate with generating correspondence for, and engaging in verbal/written discussions with building owners and trade professionals
• Full driver’s licence is essential
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

This is a great opportunity to enjoy all that the region has to offer such as our golf courses, the National Rowing facilities at Lake Ruataniwha, the Dark Sky Reserve, fishing and numerous walks and cycleways. 

The Mackenzie District Council is committed to managing the district growth in a manner that is sensitive to this iconic environment - seeing peace and serenity as an asset and making decisions that will leave things better for future generations.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role please contact Alexis Gray, Manager People & Culture on 027 597 5802.

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