Building Compliance Inspector

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!

Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to fostering partnerships that respect and celebrate our district's rich cultural heritage. Through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to deliver exceptional services and initiatives that support our vision of building a thriving, connected, and future-focused district. At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity, and progress.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

Are you passionate about building safety and ensuring compliance with New Zealand's building regulations? NPDC is offering a unique opportunity for a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Building Compliance Inspector on a two year fixed-term agreement.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining the safety and integrity of NPDC's commercial building stock. You will carry out essential compliance inspections and ensure all buildings meet the requirements of the Building Act 2004, specifically focusing on Compliance Schedules and Building Warrants of Fitness (BWOF).

As part of our Consents and Regulatory team, you'll play a key role in delivering Territorial Authority functions, helping to uphold public safety and confidence in our built environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a meaningful way, contribute to community wellbeing, and work within a supportive and forward-thinking council.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua:

• Undertake Territorial Authority building warrant of fitness/compliance schedule onsite inspections (document and physical inspection of systems) to verify accuracy of documentation, reporting and systems
• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
• Author compliance schedules and ensure they are published con-currently with associated building consent code compliance schedule
• Receive prescribed form 11 applications (amendment to compliance schedule), take all practicable steps including but not limited to: NPDC records check, site visits, practitioner interviews to enable site specific compliance schedule to be drafted and issued
• Compile evidence and report to building management team suspected illegal building work as a result of onsite audit or practitioner complaint

Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako:

• Territorial Authority minimum two years' experience in relevant discipline
• Building consents officer minimum two years' experience
• Private sector inspections experience

Why Taranaki? - He aha ngā hua o te rohe nei?

Taranaki is a region like no other, offering a perfect balance of career opportunities and lifestyle. Nestled between the stunning Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, it's a place where you can explore world-class hiking trails, surf pristine beaches, and enjoy vibrant arts and culture, all within minutes of each other. The region boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Whether you're seeking adventure, tranquillity, or a bit of both, Taranaki provides an unparalleled quality of life that will make every day feel extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff.

This includes the following:

• Solid career pathways
• Learning and development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth
• 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition

You can expect to start in this full-time, two year fixed-term role with a salary of between $81,545 and $87,887.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions. Together, we're building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.

Applications close on Thursday, 3 July 2025.

Be part of a council that values people, culture, and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko I te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.