Building Officer

September 22, 2024

Hastings District Council

Hastings

FULL TIME & OTHER

Posted: 12/09/2024

Closing Date: 13/10/2024

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hastings

Job Category: Building Control

Tihei mauri ora!
Nau mai, haere mai, tahuti mai ki Heretaunga!
Heretaunga haukunui, Heretaunga ararau, Heretaunga haaro te kaahu, Heretaunga takoto noa!

Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants.
Taitara Mahi – Building Officer – Commercial Processing
Permanent, Full-time
We are seeking applications for an experienced Commercial Consent Processing Officer to join our busy, diverse and dedicated team in the Planning and Regulatory Services Group.
As an experienced processing officer, you will play a role in processing some of Hastings' most exciting construction projects, housing developments and more. Our values will resonate with you and will be evident in everything you do. You will be confident in mentoring and sharing your knowledge with others, and your understanding of the concept of Manaakitanga - the process of showing respect, generosity and care for our customers that use our services, their whānau and communities - will make you a great fit for our team.
Ōu wheako –about you,
To be successful in this role you will:

Have Com 1 (competency) and ideally be working towards (or willing to start) Com 2
Hold qualifications in Building, Design, or a related field that will be recognised by Regulation 18 of the Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006. Including technical competency under the national competency assessment criteria for Building Officers
Have proven experience in a similar role.
Be well organised skills with the ability to prioritise a substantial workload to meet statutory deadlines.
Have well-developed written and oral communication skills, and advanced computer skills
Have an excellent customer service focus
Have meticulous attention to detail and a high degree of computer / digital literacy

This is an opportunity you cannot miss! You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and be a part of a friendly and collaborative team that is dedicated to our customers. You will receive dedicated training and development so that you continue to fill your professional kete with expert knowledge in building. You will have flexible working arrangement opportunities, and a day off on your birthday! If you are from outside the region we may be able to assist with relocation.
Our work environment is professional, progressive and supports continuous learning and development, if this sounds like you and you have the skills and attitude to be successful in this role then apply today.
Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?

Applications close: Sunday 13 October 2024
Please Note: Due to the highly competitive employment market, our vacancy close date may be subject to change if a suitable candidate is found, so don't delay in making your application