Team Leader – Building Control

About the role

Central Otago District Council is looking for an experienced Building Control professional to lead its team. Based in Alexandra (or Cromwell), you will provide technical direction and people leadership to ensure safe, compliant construction across the district.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities, mentor staff and deliver technical guidance to the Building Control team.
• Support the Regulatory Services Manager in meeting compliance, performance and accreditation targets.
• Drive efficiency, innovation and customer‑focused practices across all building control functions.
• Champion health and safety, wellbeing and a culture of mutual respect.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, processes and staff capability.

Required profile

• Professional qualification in the building industry that meets Regulation 18 (Building Accreditation Regulations 2006).
• At least 10 years of building‑control experience, including Residential 1‑3 and Commercial 1‑2 processing and inspections.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act 2004, NZ Building Code and relevant territorial legislation.
• Proven leadership, mentoring and dispute‑resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including report preparation and customer correspondence.
• Valid New Zealand driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Computer literacy
• Experience with digital consenting systems

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Active social club and supportive team culture
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing programme and additional leave