Principal Building Assurance Officer

Porirua City is on the move. Thanks to vast new developments and transport links, Porirua is becoming a diverse, well-connected city with big opportunities. The Council is abuzz with change, and this is an exciting time to join us. One thing we know for sure, is that capable and effective building is central to our city’s growth, with our Building Assurance team dedicated to ensuring it is done well.

All about the role

This is the kind of opportunity that might only come along once in a career. It could be a complete game-changer for you; you’ll be helping to shape the direction of Porirua’s growth for generations to come, and with your energy and drive you could do great things.

As our Principal Building Assurance Officer, you will be required to:

• help lead an effective and engaged team who deliver high quality Building Assurance services
• provide technical expertise and advice on matters relating to the Building Act 2004, New Zealand Building Code and other associated regulations
• investigate and provide input into any building related claims and disputes against council
• manage the more complex building related applications
• problem solve and effectively manage complex complaints in a customer focused approach
• oversee the quality and consistency of technical decisions
• contribute to developing and maintaining a technically capable team through mentoring and developing others.

All about you

You will be extremely adept at working on complex building related applications and queries. You’ll be energetic and organised with an analytical mind; your interpersonal skills will influence and engage others.

You’ll need to show us that you:

• have a proven high level of technical building knowledge and significant work experience in building control
• have extensive knowledge and application of the Building Act 2004, New Zealand Building Code and associated regulations
• have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to foster effective working relationships
• have experience mentoring and coaching others on a technical level and bring a positive approach to developing others
• are resilient with the ability to operate successfully and professionally in a high-pressure environment.

For further information please call Leonie McPhail on 04 237 1464.

Porirua City embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications by people from all backgrounds and are a member of Diversity Works. If you have any support or access requirements during our recruitment process, please let us know when you apply, and we’ll do our best to get you sorted.

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Applications close on 17 October 2024.