Central Otago District Council is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead our Building Control team. This pivotal role provides technical and people leadership to ensure high-quality, customer-focused building control services that help our communities build safely, efficiently, and in compliance with the Building Act 2004.
About the Organisation:
At Central Otago District Council, we live by our whakatauki:
‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou.
Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.’
This embodies our commitment to respect, collaboration, and community well-being.
Benefits:
- Modern and tech-savvy working environment
- Flexible work practices
- 5 equivalent weeks of annual leave
- Exciting opportunities for training and career development
- Te ao Māori and tikanga competency courses available to all staff
- Option to join an active social club
JD - Team Leader - Building Control
You will assist the Regulatory Services Manager with mentoring, coordination, and oversight of the Building Control Team, supporting a collaborative, proactive, and high-performing team environment.
This position can be based in either Cromwell or Alexandra, offering flexibility within a modern and digitally enabled workplace.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day coordination, mentoring, and technical leadership to the Building Control team.
- Assisting the Regulatory Services Manager in achieving compliance and performance goals.
- Promote efficiency, innovation, and customer-focused practices across all Building Control functions.
- Contribute to accreditation and support continuous improvements in system, process, and staff capability.
- Champion Council’s health and safety practices and promote a culture of wellbeing and mutual respect.
