Newly created roles
Recently formed, independent Building Consent Authority
Annual salary of $98,500 plus a suite of insurances and other benefits
Te Takinatanga - Our story
Kainga Ora - Homes and Communities brings together the three existing agencies of Housing New Zealand, HLC and KiwiBuild to form a new organisation.
We do amazing, important work. We contribute to thriving communities that provide New Zealanders with good quality, affordable homes. Our work supports people to have good access to jobs, amenities and services; as well as improving the wellbeing of current and future generations. We do this by being a world class public housing provider, and partnering with others to deliver urban development projects.
Ko ta matou mahi - Our role
We are currently recruiting for Intermediate Building Inspectors to join our recently formed National Building Consent Authority. Reporting to the Building Inspections Team Leader, you'll provide building inspections to ensure R1 to R3 type building compliance with consented plans and the NZ Building Code.
A key responsibility of the role is consistent quality of inspections and related activity. This will mean the right processes are being followed; you are appropriately allocated work within your competency, and have the right support and training.
You'll ensure your work volumes are managed successfully and will work with other team members and staff to establish and maintain appropriate standards.
Nga pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring
A relevant building or design qualification of experience to achieve the required NZ Building Act 2006 Regulation 18
Ideally four to five years' experience in building inspections in a construction management or building regulatory role
Good building technical knowledge, application and awareness
Good legislative knowledge, application and understanding
Sound judgement and strong decision making skills
An ability to achieve customer service excellence in a regulatory environment
Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?
We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits
As a Kainga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.
Kotahitanga - One team
We have important work to do and our aspirations are big. We believe that people do their best within an environment of trust, care, contribution, humility and learning. We also do our best when we take personal responsibility to achieve our shared vision and maintain a working environment we are proud of.
The values that drive us are:
Te Ngakau - We trust, each other and share ownership
Te Atawhai - We care, about each other as people
Te Koha - Everyone's contribution, matters
Te Mahaki - We are humble and genuine
Te Ako Tonu - We continually learn and innovate
Tuhono mai - Join us
To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz
Please note:all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions, please contact the recruitment team vi**********
Applications close on Friday, 22 November 2019.
We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
To apply for this job, please go to our job site and enter the job code 50192GJO.
